Bougainvillea Magnifica ‘Dark Purple’ is a vigorous climbing shrub that brings bold, long-lasting colour to sunny gardens. Its rich purple-magenta bracts create a dramatic display for much of the year in warm climates, making it a standout choice for walls, fences, pergolas, and trellises.
Exceptionally tough and waterwise once established, this bougainvillea thrives in full sun and performs best when given space to climb and trail. With minimal care, it quickly forms a dense, colourful screen, perfect for adding privacy, softening hard structures, or creating a strong focal point in patios and borders. Well suited to Western Cape conditions, it delivers maximum impact with very little maintenance.
• Intense purple-magenta colour for extended periods
• Fast-growing and ideal for climbing or screening
• Waterwise and drought tolerant once established
• Thrives in full sun and warm positions
• Excellent for walls, fences, pergolas, and trellises
• Low maintenance with high visual impact
Plant in full sun in well-draining soil for best flowering. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce watering once the plant is settled. Provide strong support for climbing and prune lightly to shape or control growth. Avoid excessive feeding, as this encourages leafy growth at the expense of flowers.
| Botanical Name |
Bougainvillea
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Growth Expectancy
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3m H x 3m W
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Position
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Sun
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| Water Smart | Yes |
| Indigenous | No |
