Overview
Bougainvillea pink-bracted is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Bougainvillea, part of the Nyctaginaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Bougainvillea pink-bracted 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 pink-bracted is a climbing evergreen shrub cultivar of the genus Bougainvillea, known for its thorny stems and simple, oval-shaped leaves. It produces clusters of small tubular flowers, each surrounded by three vibrant pink oval bracts. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for conservatories and greenhouses, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best propagated by semi-ripe or hardwood cuttings and layering. It is particularly attractive in 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 pink-bracted 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 pink-bracted
- 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 pink-bracted?
Bougainvillea pink-bracted prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Bougainvillea pink-bracted need?
Bougainvillea pink-bracted grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Bougainvillea pink-bracted hardy in the UK?
Bougainvillea pink-bracted 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 pink-bracted?
Semi-ripe cuttings, hardwood cuttings, layering.
