Barbara Karst Bougainvillea Seeds for Planting – Bright magenta-red bracts for Plant Collections
Seed Details & Growing Guide
All the essential information to grow healthy, vibrant flowers.
- Seed Type Flower Seeds
- Plant Type Perennial Climbing Cactus (Bougainvillea)
- Germination Time 15-30 days
- Sowing Depth 0.5-1 cm (barely covered)
- Plant Spacing 3-6 m along support (trellis or wall)
- Sunlight Full sun
- Soil Type Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering Water deeply; allow to dry between waterings
- Ideal Temperature 20-30°C (avoid frost)
- Blooming Time Flowers 1-2 years from sowing; blooms in warm seasons
- Suitable For Garden beds, containers, trellises, or climbers on walls (USDA zones 9-11)
- Seed Storage Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container
- Special Care Provide sturdy support; protect from frost and excessive winter wet; sun exposure promotes flowering
Description
Barbara Karst Bougainvillea seeds yield a perennial climbing cactus grown for bright magenta-red bracts that brighten trellises, walls or garden beds. Suitable for garden beds, containers, trellises or climbers on walls, it needs full sun and well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Sow 0.5-1 cm deep (barely covered) and expect germination in 15-30 days. Space 3-6 m along a sturdy support, provide deep water allowing the soil to dry between watering, and protect from frost; blooms arrive in warm seasons, 1-2 years from sowing. Temperature about 20-30°C.