Bougainvillea All Dressed Up

If you’ve ever wondered about adding Bougainvillea for some summer color dress maybe this picture will make you think twice. This plant tops about at about 8 feet and is completely dressed with color from head to toe.

Bougainvillea is found in many landscapes not only in south Florida but all across the southeast and California. Bougainvillea care is not difficult when planted in the ground but container care does require a watchful eye. Don’t let them dry out!

The ‘boug” is usually grown as bushes but standards are beginning to find their way in as a spring flowering addition.

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