Bougainvillea Alexandra
Pot diamater:19cm (3lt), Height:70cm
Cascades of vibrant magenta with Mediterranean flair 🌺
Bougainvillea 'Alexandra' is a stunning, vigorous variety that produces masses of deep magenta-purple bracts almost year-round in warm climates. Its papery blooms surround tiny white flowers and burst forth in waves, especially in full sun. This sun-loving climber or cascading shrub is perfect for adding bold color to walls, fences, or large containers.
✔ Rich, magenta bracts with strong flowering potential
✔ Fast-growing and ideal for training on trellises or arches
✔ Drought-tolerant and thrives in warm, sunny locations
🌿 Care Tips
🔆 Light: Full sun – essential for heavy blooming
💧 Watering: Low once established; allow soil to dry between waterings
🌡️ Temperature: Loves heat; hardy down to about -2°C briefly – overwinter indoors in cold zones
🪴 Soil: Well-draining soil; avoid heavy or waterlogged soils
📏 Max dimensions: Up to 3–5 meters tall and wide (under ideal conditions)
📦 Ideal for:
• Sunny walls, pergolas, fences, or balcony containers
• Mediterranean or tropical-themed gardens
🧬 Variety Origin:
Bougainvillea 'Alexandra' is a popular cultivar of Bougainvillea glabra or a hybrid, prized for its bold coloration and dense flowering habit. It’s often used in ornamental landscaping across southern Europe and subtropical climates.
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