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Bougainvillea 'Barbara Karst'

Bougainvillea, Barbara Karst

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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 need very little supplemental water. All varieties are susceptible to fost damage. The 'Barbara Karst" variety blooms bright red in full sun; more crimson if in shade. It blooms early and long. It is a good bloomer in the low desert.

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Vine

Height Range

6-12'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, 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

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Patio, Roadside, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.