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Bougainvillea 'La Jolla'

La Jolla Bougainvillea

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Information by:         Photographer: Dave Ryden

 

Description

The large amount of flamboyant color on this species creates a wonderful accent in a garden. Varieties can be in bush or vine form; colors vary. Once established, they tend to be carefree. All varieties are susceptible to fost damage. 'La Jolla' blooms in bright red; it is a compact shrub, good for containers.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Width Range

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Patio, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.