Bougainvillea ‘Crimson Jewel’ | Bougainvillea hybrid

Add a bold splash of colour to sunny gardens with Bougainvillea ‘Crimson Jewel’, a compact and floriferous variety covered in rich crimson-red and pink-toned bracts. In Cape Town, it can flower for an extended period through the warmer months, with the main display typically from spring through summer and often continuing into autumn when conditions are favourable. Its compact, spreading-to-climbing habit makes it especially useful for containers, trellises, walls, borders and smaller gardens. Once established, its drought tolerance makes it an excellent choice for water-wise landscaping.  This tough Bougainvillea is well suited to Mediterranean, coastal and low-water gardens, and needs less watering once established.

Why You'll Love It:

• Deep, vibrant bracts make a striking display.
• Its compact habit makes it ideal for smaller gardens and containers.
• Flowers most prolifically in a warm, sunny position.
• Drought tolerant once established.
• Easy to grow, tough and low maintenance once established.

Plant & Care 

Plant in full sun with well-drained soil for the best flowering and colour. Water regularly while establishing, then water deeply but less frequently once mature. Avoid overwatering, as excessive moisture can encourage leafy growth at the expense of flowering. Trim lightly as needed to maintain its shape and size, particularly when grown in containers or smaller spaces. Protect from frost and cold conditions and reduce supplementary watering during Cape Town’s wetter winter months. Ensure the soil remains well drained and does not stay waterlogged.

Did You Know?

The spectacular crimson “flowers” are papery bracts surrounding the plant’s tiny true flowers. ‘Crimson Jewel’ is a compact Bougainvillea cultivar, making its brilliant colour particularly useful in pots and smaller garden spaces.