Bougainvillea Helen Johnson

Bougainvillea 'Helen Johnson' is a dwarf variety celebrated for its vibrant blooms and compact growth habit, making it an excellent choice for small gardens and container cultivation. 

Plant Description:

• Foliage: Dense, bright green leaves that provide a lush backdrop to the vivid flowers.
• Flowers: Produces abundant clusters of bright pink bracts with a hint of purple; newly opening bracts may exhibit an orange tone.

Growing Zones:

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9A (20°F to 25°F) through 11 (above 40°F). 

Mature Size:

• Height: Typically reaches 2 to 3 feet.
• Width: Spreads up to 2 to 3 feet. 

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun; at least 5 hours of direct sunlight daily is essential for prolific blooming.
• Soil: Prefers well-draining, loamy soil rich in organic matter.
• Watering: Once established, it is drought-tolerant but benefits from regular watering, allowing the soil to dry out between sessions.
• Fertilization: Fertilize after each bloom cycle with a high-phosphorus, slow-release fertilizer to promote flowering. 

Uses in Landscaping:

• Ground Cover: Ideal for mass planting to create a vibrant ground cover.
• Containers: Its compact size makes it suitable for container gardening, adding color to patios and balconies.
• Low Hedges: Can be trimmed to form low, colorful hedges along walkways or garden borders.
• Cascading Over Walls: Its growth habit allows it to cascade gracefully over retaining walls or raised beds. 

Native Range: Bougainvillea species are native to South America, particularly regions in Brazil, Peru, and Argentina. 

Maintenance Tips:

• Pruning: Regular trimming after each bloom cycle helps maintain its shape and encourages denser growth.
• Pest and Disease Control: Generally pest-free; ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.
• Cold Protection: In zones cooler than 9A, consider growing in containers that can be moved indoors during colder months, as the plant is sensitive to frost.

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Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

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