Fire Opal Bougainvillea Starter Plants - 2 Live Vines 3-6" tall, Red-Orange Bracts

About This Plant

Fire Opal Bougainvillea is a tropical flowering vine known for its vivid red-orange bracts and vigorous climbing growth. The plant is a starter plant, shipped without a pot, with a small stem and protected soil ball to support the roots during shipping. When mature and established, it forms a colorful display on trellises, fences, arbors, patios, and containers in warm climates.

What You Will Receive

2 live Fire Opal Bougainvillea starter plants, each approximately 3–6 inches tall. Each plant includes a small stem with a protected soil ball and is shipped without pots.

Growing Information

Common Name: Fire Opal Bougainvillea
Botanical Name: Bougainvillea
Plant Type: Tropical flowering vine
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate during establishment; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: Approximately 10–20 feet with support
Mature Width: Approximately 6–10 feet
Growth Habit: Climbing and vigorous
Bract Color: Red-orange
Growth Rate: Fast under suitable conditions
USDA Zones: Approximately 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes
Support: Trellis, fence, arbor, or other climbing structure recommended

Care Tips

Plant in well-draining soil and provide plenty of direct sunlight for vigorous growth and colorful bracts. Water regularly while the young plants establish, then allow the soil to dry somewhat between waterings. Provide sturdy support as the vines grow, and protect from frost and freezing temperatures.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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