'Vera Lynn Light Purple' is highly prized in the Houston metro area for its delicate lavender hues and prolific blooming habit. While it is built to handle our signature humidity and intense summer heat, it is exceptionally sensitive to poor drainage. It will quickly decline in heavy, unamended clay soils that retain water. For success, plant in raised beds or large decorative containers with a light, porous soil mix to ensure the roots stay oxygenated during our frequent Gulf Coast rain events.
Exposure
Full Sun (Required for maximum flower production and vibrant color)
Height x Width
15-20 ft. (Vining) x 4-6 ft. Wide
Water
Low to Medium; drought tolerant once established. Allow soil to dry significantly between waterings to stimulate blooming.
Zones
9 - 11 (Must be protected or moved to a garage during Houston freezes)
Fertilization
Use a specialized high-potassium Bougainvillea fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune after a bloom cycle to maintain shape and size. Watch for thorns during maintenance.
'Vera Lynn Light Purple' is highly prized in the Houston metro area for its delicate lavender hues and prolific blooming habit. While it is built to handle our signature humidity and intense summer heat, it is exceptionally sensitive to poor drainage. It will quickly decline in heavy, unamended clay soils that retain water. For success, plant in raised beds or large decorative containers with a light, porous soil mix to ensure the roots stay oxygenated during our frequent Gulf Coast rain events.
Exposure
Full Sun (Required for maximum flower production and vibrant color)
Height x Width
15-20 ft. (Vining) x 4-6 ft. Wide
Water
Low to Medium; drought tolerant once established. Allow soil to dry significantly between waterings to stimulate blooming.
Zones
9 - 11 (Must be protected or moved to a garage during Houston freezes)
Fertilization
Use a specialized high-potassium Bougainvillea fertilizer monthly during the growing season.
Pruning
Prune after a bloom cycle to maintain shape and size. Watch for thorns during maintenance.
