Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea glabra) is an eye-catching tropical vine that grows in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 9 to 11 and is known for its vibrant, paper-like blooms that add a burst of color to ...

Bougainvillea is a perennial vine that can grow to 30 feet, depending on the variety. It needs full sun, is root hardy and will regrow in spring. Its bracts "bloom" May-December on new wood. Heavy ...

A: You can prune hard most any time. I've known gardeners to prune bougainvillea to the ground, but you might remove 1/3 to 2/3 of the stems instead. Then snip the branches in the future to keep it in ...

Q: How often should you prune bougainvillea in Green Valley? A: Pruning bougainvillea should be done after flowering has ceased or as early as possible in spring after frost danger has passed. During ...

Q: What is the best month in the Tucson/Marana area to trim back hibiscus and bougainvillea plants? Also, I need to cut back and trim greasewood so what is the best month for that shrub? A: Hibiscus ...

Bougainvilleas are among the most exotic looking plants you can grow. These bushy vines can be so prolific in flower that their vivid colors hide the leaves. Many are also vigorous in growth, but ...

Eager to prune your bougainvillea and lantana? Wait as late as you can, preferably after the plants have dropped their leaves. In a mild year, you may have to prune before the leaves have dropped if ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Summer is the prime time for tropical plants to thrive outside their native climates. These sun-loving, ...

Q:BEING a frequent visitor to relatives in Southern California, I fell in love with bougainvillea. Noticing that I have a warm and protected southwestern exposure, I managed to nurture two blazing ...

Walnut Creek’s Ruth Bancroft is a national authority on drought-resistant gardening. Twice a month she and her staff share their knowledge with Times readers. Q: Being a frequent visitor to relatives ...

Summer is the prime time for tropical plants to thrive outside their native climates. These sun-loving, heat-tolerant beauties bring vibrant blooms and a vacation-worthy feel to any yard or porch. If ...