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Paper Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea glabra) growing in South Florida
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Paper Bougainvillea — South Florida Plant Guide

Bougainvillea glabra

Family: Nyctaginaceae · Vine

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

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Etikèt Estil

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Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Paper Bougainvillea is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

KEY IRRIGATION RULE: REDUCE WATER IN FALL (September-November) to TRIGGER BLOOMING. This plant blooms in response to water stress — overwatering is the most common reason for failure to flower. During growing season: water 1-2x per week. September-November: reduce to once every 10-14 days. After bloom: resume normal irrigation. Drought tolerant once established — one of the most drought-tolerant flowering vines available.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

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Fertilizer: High-phosphorus low-nitrogen fertilizer (e.g., Bougainvillea-specific 10-50-10). Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers.

Schedule: February and June only. HIGH-PHOSPHORUS fertilizer (low nitrogen). High nitrogen produces green growth, reduces flowers.

Tolerans Sèl

High (7/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
1525 ft
Lajè Matire
815 ft
Vitès Kwasans
fast
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
8/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Paper Bougainvillea nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Paper Bougainvillea grow in South Florida?

Paper Bougainvillea has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Paper Bougainvillea safe for pets?

Paper Bougainvillea is not safe for pets. THORNS are the primary hazard — can cause puncture injuries to animals that brush against the vine. Mildly toxic sap may cause GI upset if plant material is ingested by dogs or cats. Not a high-toxicity plant but thorns are a real physical hazard.

How much water does Paper Bougainvillea need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Paper Bougainvillea is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Paper Bougainvillea tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Paper Bougainvillea has high salt tolerance (7/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Paper Bougainvillea available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Paper Bougainvillea is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Not on prohibited list.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Standard HOA decorative vine.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Cold tolerance to Zone 10a means most Palm Beach County locations suitable.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Very popular in Naples and Marco Island.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Iconic in Key West architecture and throughout the Florida Keys.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Wè Gid Konte →

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