Bougainvillea glabra Magnifica traillii

Common Name: Bougainvillea ‘Magnifica Traillii’

Description:
Bougainvillea glabra ‘Magnifica Traillii’ is a vigorous, evergreen climber renowned for its dense display of rich magenta-purple bracts that smother the foliage during the warmer months. Its thorny woody stems climb vigorously on walls, pergolas, trellises, or fences—and if left untrained, will gracefully sprawl as a groundcover. Widely regarded as one of the most cold-tolerant bougainvilleas, it flourishes in full sun to semi-shade in well-drained soil. While light frost may cause semi-deciduous behaviour in cooler seasons, in Melbourne’s moderate climate it typically remains evergreen and blooms broadly from spring through to autumn. Regular light pruning helps maintain shape and fosters prolific flowering.

Form:

• Climber

• Shrub – Large

• Ground Cover (if allowed to sprawl)

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–10 m (easily maintained at around 6 m with pruning)

• Width: 2–5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring

• Flowers in Summer

• Flowers in Autumn

• Continuous blooms during warm seasons

Flower Colour:

• Rich magenta-purple bracts

• Small tubular white true flowers

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots & Containers (if pruned and supported)

• Disease Resistant

• Bird Attracting

• Bee Attracting

• Perennial

• Evergreen (semi-deciduous in cooler climates)

• Suitable for Hedging

• Suitable for Screening

• Suitable for Espalier

• Suitable for Topiary

• Drought Tolerant once established

• Coastal Hardy

• Thorny (can be used as a barrier or security planting)

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or pets; thorns may cause skin irritation.

Companion Plants:

• Lavender – for silvery foliage contrast and Mediterranean appeal

• Salvia – extends the flowering season and attracts pollinators

• Agapanthus – offers structural foliage contrast

• Dwarf Grevillea – adds native texture and wildlife interest