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Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen'

Family Nyctaginaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 7 - 12 m (23 - 40 ft)
Spread 4.5 - 9 m (15 - 30 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen' (great bougainvillea) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and faded violet blooms. The matte foliage is faded green in colour, medium in texture and semi-evergreen. Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen' (great bougainvillea) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen' (great bougainvillea) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, hanging basket, specimen, topiary, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions Thorns can make Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen' (great bougainvillea) difficult to handle and careful planning of its siting in the garden will reduce the risk of injuries to children or pets. The growth rate of Bougainvillea spectabilis 'Lavender Queen' (great bougainvillea) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.