Bougainvillea 'White Madonna'

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Bougainvillea, White Madonna

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Description

The large amount of flamboyant color on this species creates a wonderful accent in a garden. This variety has snow white bracts (think flowers). Once established, they tend to be carefree. It is senstive to frost and will die back hard but comes back in a number of weeks. Be carefeul of this in the Santa Ynez Valley.

Plant Type

Shrub, Vine

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

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.