{"product_id":"new-river-purple-bougainvillea-shrub-om2svw","title":"New River Purple Bougainvillea Shrub","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBold, Brilliant Purple Blooms All Season Long\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"722\" data-start=\"245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"289\" data-start=\"245\"\u003eWho Else Wants Colorful Plants All Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"292\" data-start=\"289\"\u003eImagine rich purple color brightening your landscape—even in winter. The New River Purple Bougainvillea Shrub blooms repeatedly throughout the year in warm climates, delivering vibrant pops of color when you least expect them. And when it’s not in full bloom, you’ll still enjoy its dense, lush green foliage. While bougainvilleas may briefly drop leaves during cooler weather, they’re often considered evergreen in mild climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1030\" data-start=\"724\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"774\" data-start=\"724\"\u003eDid You Know the Color Isn’t from the Flowers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"777\" data-start=\"774\"\u003eThose vivid violet “blooms” aren’t flowers at all. The intense color comes from triangular purple bracts that surround clusters of tiny, creamy white, star-shaped flowers. This eye-catching foliage is what gives New River its bold, show-stopping appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1329\" data-start=\"1032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1064\" data-start=\"1032\"\u003eCoastal Gardeners, Take Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1067\" data-start=\"1064\"\u003eAlso known as the Palm Beach Purple Bougainvillea, New River thrives in sandy soils and tolerates salt with ease. It’s an excellent choice for coastal landscapes, where its deep purple color creates stunning contrast against bright sand and seaside surroundings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1699\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1379\" data-start=\"1331\"\u003eA Versatile Shrub with Endless Possibilities\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"1379\"\u003eGrown as a shrub, New River Purple Bougainvillea is perfect for hedges, borders, and foundation plantings. Keep it neatly trimmed for a structured look, or let it grow more freely for a lush, tropical feel. It can also be grown in containers and shaped for patios, entryways, or even trained into a compact tree form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1952\" data-start=\"1701\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1752\" data-start=\"1701\"\u003eOne of the Easiest Ornamentals You’ll Ever Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1755\" data-start=\"1752\"\u003eAll this shrub asks for is full sun and occasional deep watering. Drought tolerant once established and highly adaptable, it’s a low-maintenance way to add dramatic color to almost any sunny space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2127\" data-start=\"1954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1954\"\u003eWildlife Will Love It, Too\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1987\" data-start=\"1984\"\u003eButterflies and birds are drawn to its vivid color and nectar-rich blooms, while the dense foliage offers shelter and nesting opportunities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2295\" data-start=\"2129\"\u003eBring bold color and tropical charm to your landscape with the \u003cstrong data-end=\"2232\" data-start=\"2192\"\u003eNew River Purple Bougainvillea Shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e—a vibrant, reliable standout you’ll enjoy season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AtPT8Nc2CG4?rel=0\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"619\" data-start=\"162\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-end=\"206\" data-start=\"166\"\u003eNew River Purple Bougainvillea Shrub\u003c\/strong\u003e (Bougainvillea ‘New River’) is a striking ornamental known for its rich, deep purple blooms and dense, mounding habit. Grown as a shrub, it creates a bold hedge, border, or standalone accent that adds vibrant color to landscapes, driveways, and property lines. It performs best when planted outdoors in USDA Zones 9–11, but can also be grown in containers and overwintered indoors in cooler regions (Zones 4–11).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"943\" data-start=\"621\"\u003eThis sun-loving, fast-growing shrub is drought tolerant once established and typically matures to \u003cstrong data-end=\"757\" data-start=\"719\"\u003e15–25 feet tall and 6–10 feet wide\u003c\/strong\u003e if left unpruned, though it can be maintained at a smaller size with regular trimming. New River Purple Bougainvillea is also well-suited for coastal areas thanks to its salt tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"980\" data-start=\"945\"\u003ePlanting Directions (In Ground)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1210\" data-start=\"981\"\u003ePlant in a full sun location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Choose a well-draining site, as bougainvillea does not tolerate standing water. When planting multiple shrubs as a hedge, space them 18–20 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1280\" data-start=\"1212\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1280\" data-start=\"1215\"\u003eDig a hole 2–3 times wider than the root ball and just as deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1350\" data-start=\"1284\"\u003eBougainvillea prefers slightly acidic soil with a pH of 5.5–6.0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1420\" data-start=\"1351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1420\" data-start=\"1354\"\u003eGently remove the shrub from its container and loosen the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1421\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1424\"\u003ePosition the plant and backfill with a mix of native soil and garden soil, tamping lightly to remove air pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1543\"\u003eWater thoroughly and apply mulch around the base to retain moisture and reduce weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1703\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"1703\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003eTip: Limestone raises soil pH, while sulfur helps lower it if needed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1740\" data-start=\"1705\"\u003ePlanting Directions (Container)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2028\" data-start=\"1741\"\u003eChoose a container 1–2 sizes larger than the nursery pot with drainage holes. Use a quality potting mix within the preferred pH range. Position the shrub so there’s at least one inch of space below the rim, backfill, firm the soil gently, and water well. Place the container in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2042\" data-start=\"2030\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2275\" data-start=\"2043\"\u003eWater as needed, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid oversaturating, as excess moisture can encourage leaf growth at the expense of blooms. For container plants, water when the top few inches of soil feel dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2288\" data-start=\"2277\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2514\" data-start=\"2289\"\u003ePrune in late fall or early winter to maintain shape and control size. Light trimming encourages branching and keeps shrubs full and tidy. Remove dead or damaged branches as needed. 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