BOUGAINVILLEA ‘ALEXANDRA’

ALEXANDRA BOUGAINVILLEA

OVERVIEW:

Bougainvillea ‘Alexandra’ is a vigorous, heat-loving evergreen vine that thrives in the arid landscapes of the American Southwest. Known for its vibrant magenta-purple bracts and dense, branching growth habit, this bougainvillea provides exceptional seasonal color while requiring relatively little water once established. Its naturally vigorous habit makes it an excellent selection for covering walls, fences, trellises and other structures, while regular pruning can be used to maintain a more compact form. Like other bougainvilleas, ‘Alexandra’ performs best in warm, sunny locations with well-draining soil.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Bougainvillea ‘Alexandra’
Common Name: Alexandra Bougainvillea
Family: Nyctaginaceae

Suggested Uses: Walls, fences, trellises, screens, specimen plant, xeriscape landscapes

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 15–25 ft. with support
Width: 10–20 ft.
Foliage: Evergreen, medium green
Flower: Small, inconspicuous flowers surrounded by vibrant magenta-purple bracts
Bloom Season: Spring through fall, with greatest color during warm weather
Growth Habit: Vigorous, climbing or sprawling vine

ENVIRONMENT:

Exposure: Full Sun
Water Use: Low once established
Soil: Well-draining soils
USDA Zone: 9–11