| Bougainvillea 'Bengal Orange' | USDA Zone: 10-11 |
Bengal Orange Bougainvillea is clothed in stunning orange round flowers held atop the branches from late spring to mid fall. Its attractive glossy pointy leaves emerge coral-pink in spring, turning dark green in colour with showy creamy white variegation and tinges of grayish green the rest of the year.
A vigorous evergreen vine presenting showy masses of orange blooms that age to fuchsia, over striking dark green and cream variegated foliage; excellent for training on a trellis or arbor, or allowed to spill over garden walls; best color in full sun.
Bengal Orange Bougainvillea is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Container Planting
- Hanging Baskets
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| More About Bengal Orange Bougainvillea |
| Height: 10-12 ft |
Spread: 2-3 ft |
Flower Colour: Pink / Orange Shades |
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Bengal Orange Bougainvillea should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and will often die in standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for a low-water garden or xeriscape application. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. When grown indoors, Bengal Orange Bougainvillea can be expected to grow to be about 10 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 24 inches. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 20 years. This houseplant requires direct sun for optimal performance, and should therefore be situated in a room that gets bright sunlight for a good part of the day; it is not a good choice for rooms lit only by artificial light. It prefers dry to average moisture levels with very well-drained soil, and may die if left in standing water for any length of time. This plant should be watered when the surface of the soil gets dry, and will need watering approximately once each week. Be aware that your particular watering schedule may vary depending on its location in the room, the pot size, plant size and other conditions. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |
