Bougainvillea Temple Fire is a true dwarf Bougainvillea. It is less commonly known as ‘Helen Johnson’. The bracts first appear coppery-red in colour and mature to magenta-red. The leaves are small, broad with slightly pointed tips and wavy margins. The new growth is red-tipped. A self-branching bushy type, it is the perfect Bougainvillea for hedging. They will survive on low water levels and are relatively disease-free.

Bougainvillea are long flowering and can be adapted for a wide variety of landscaping uses. Some of these uses include topiary, hedging, hanging baskets, arbours and arches. Bougainvillea prefer a well drained soil and sunny position. The range of colours offers limitless combinations and a palette to choose from that would satisfy any landscape design.

Quick Facts:

What to use me for: a true dwarf Bougainvillea, I add colour and a lush feel to balcony and urban gardens, I'm ideal for pots, topiary and bonzai or as colourful display amongst your garden shrubs

I grow to: 1.0m high, 1.0m wide
I am currently: 10-15cm high
Where to place me: Full sun
How far to space me: 75cm
My features: drought resistant once established, brilliant magenta-red bracts
Please note: At this small size, Bougainvillea have delicate roots and should be handled with care. Don't tease or disturb roots but rather water the pot well, gently invert and tap pot on the side of a hard surface so it slides out. Our recommendation is to plant our beautifully-grown Bougainvillea into a larger pot rather than directly into the ground

Learn more about your Bougainvillea via our blog page Beautiful Bougainvillea

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