Botanical profile

Bougainvillea on trellis

Latin name
Bougainvillea spp.
Common name
Bougainvillea on trellis
Type
Woody climbing plant
Family
Nyctaginaceae

The Bougainvillea spp. trellis is an exceptional climbing plant, renowned for its ability to quickly transform any vertical space into a lush floral display. Thanks to its spectacular bracts, which display vibrant hues such as magenta, orange, pink, or white depending on the variety, this plant creates a striking visual effect throughout the warm season. Grown on a trellis, it develops a structured shape, perfect for adorning walls, fences, or pergolas, while optimizing the growing space. Highly valued for its vigor and heat resistance, it offers a decorative solution that is as practical as it is impressive, requiring little maintenance once well established. Whether in the ground in mild climates or in a pot in cooler areas, it attracts all eyes and instantly energizes the aesthetics of a garden or terrace.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 9 to 11 (not hardy in Quebec, to be grown in pots)
Exposure
Full sun (minimum 6 hours per day)
Watering
Moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings
Humidity
Moderate; tolerates drought well once established
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) every 4 to 6 weeks during growth
Soil type
Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5 to 7.0), sandy or loamy soil
Minimum temperature
10°C (50°F); sensitive to cold and frost.
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring to fall, depending on conditions
Flower color
Bracts colored in pink, magenta, purple, orange, white or yellow
Foliage color
Dark green, oval evergreen leaves
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
Up to 12 meters (40 feet) in the ground; 1.5 to 3 meters (5 to 10 feet) in a pot
Width
Varies depending on the support and size
Growth rate
Fast; vigorous growth under optimal conditions
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.