Bougainvillea glabra Pink Clusters

Common Name:
Pink Bougainvillea

Description:
Bougainvillea glabra 'Pink Clusters' is a vigorous, evergreen climbing plant admired for its prolific display of vibrant pink papery bracts that surround small, creamy-white flowers. Flowering in repeated flushes from spring through to autumn, and often extending into winter during mild conditions, it creates a spectacular splash of colour over fences, walls, pergolas and arches. This fast-growing variety thrives in Melbourne when planted in a warm, sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil. Once established, it is highly drought tolerant and requires minimal watering, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens. Regular pruning after flowering encourages a denser habit and more prolific blooming. It can also be trained as a shrub, standard or espalier, and performs well in large pots where space is limited.

Form:

• Climber

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–8 m (can be maintained smaller with pruning)
• Width: 2–5 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn
• Flowers in Winter

Flower Colour:

• Bright pink
• Creamy-white true flowers

Key Attributes:

• Bee Attracting
• Bird Attracting
• Disease Resistant
• Drought tolerant
• Evergreen
• Perennial
• Suitable for Espalier
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Topiary

Toxicity:
The sap may cause skin irritation in sensitive people. The thorns can cause physical injury. Mild gastrointestinal upset may occur if plant parts are ingested by people or pets.

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Westringia
• Agapanthus
• Lomandra
• Kangaroo Paw (Anigozanthos)
• Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides)
• Plumbago
• Mediterranean Fan Palm (Chamaerops humilis)