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Bougainvillea glabra 'Mary Palmer'


Bougainvillea glabra 'Mary Palmer'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION
This climbing sub-tropical shrub is one of the showest plants available. It climbs by means of its thorns which spring through to autumn develop into flowers. The new leaf growth is a broze colour. These flowers cover the plant with a mass of brilliant glowing magenta colour for a long season. They attract butterflies and other insects. Planted on the sunny side of a fence, pergola, trellis or old tree. Great for creating a 'fedge', a hedge supported by a fence.

 
Genus
Bougainvillea
Species   glabra
Cultivar   'Mary Palmer'

Common name
Paper flower

Family name
Nyctaginaceae
Place of origin
South America


DETAILS
Height
3 m
Width
3 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Semi-evergreen

Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Grows in sandy soils

Moisture
Soil must be well drained / Water well in summer / keep dry in winter

Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate light frost only

Paradise / Texture / Whimsical

Climbers

Category
Long scandent stems or hooked thorns.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 3.5 container. Ask for it at your retailer.
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