Bougainvillea Seeds – Tropical Climbing Vine

Bougainvillea Seeds produce vibrant, tropical vines admired for their brilliant bracts that surround small white flowers. Known for their spectacular color display and long blooming season, Bougainvilleas are a favorite choice for trellises, fences, pergolas, and decorative containers. They thrive in warm climates, where they can grow vigorously and create a lush, colorful backdrop.

These hardy plants are drought-tolerant once established and require minimal maintenance, making them perfect for both home gardeners and landscapers. Their showy blooms in shades of pink, purple, red, orange, and white add a striking tropical charm to any outdoor space.

Features:

• Type: Perennial vine

• Common Name (US): Bougainvillea

• Scientific Name: Bougainvillea spectabilis

• Flower Color: Pink, purple, red, orange, or white bracts

• Growth Habit: Climbing and spreading vine

• Height: Up to 15–40 feet (4.5–12 m) depending on support and climate

• Soil Requirement: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil

• Sunlight: Full sun for best blooming

• Watering: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry between watering

• Bloom Time: Late spring through fall

• Special Feature: Drought-tolerant and long-lasting blooms

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early summer

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 9–11 (can be grown as an annual in cooler zones)

• Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost; transplant outdoors after frost danger passes

• Germination Time: 21–30 days

• Temperature for Germination: 70–80°F (21–27°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: 15–40 feet with support

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (5–7): May to September

  • Southern Zones (8–11): February to November

• Maintenance: Prune regularly to control growth and encourage flowering

• Uses: Trellises, fences, walls, garden borders, decorative containers, and landscape accents