Overview
Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Bougainvillea, part of the Nyctaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' is a climbing evergreen shrub belonging to the genus Bougainvillea, known for its simple, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of small tubular flowers surrounded by vibrant bracts. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south-facing aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist but well-drained. It is suitable for cultivation in conservatories and greenhouses in the UK, where it can be propagated by semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings, or layering. Its season of interest spans spring and summer.
About the genus
Bougainvillea is a genus of thorny ornamental vines, bushes, and trees belonging to the family Nyctaginaceae. They are native to the tropical forests of South America. There are between 4 and 22 species in the genus.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Bougainvillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink'
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering
- Pest resistance
- Whitefly, mealybug, aphid, red spider mite
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink'?
Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' need?
Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' hardy in the UK?
Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Bougainvillea peruviana 'Ecuador Pink'?
Semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering.
