Bougainvillea glabra 'Helen Johnson'
(Dwarf Bougainvillea)
(Paper flower)
(Lesser Bougainvillea)
USDA Zone: 10A - 11
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Origin: Brazil
Type: Tropical, Tender Perennials

Typical Height: 2’ – 3’
(0.60 – 0.90mts)
Typical Spread: 2’ – 3’
(0.60 – 0.90mts)

Growth: Slow
Drought Tolerance: High
Salt Tolerance: High
Wind Tolerance: N/A
Foliage Color: Dark green
Flower Color: Purple; Mauve
Flowering Season: Year-round
Flower Feature: Showy
Light Needs: High
Nutritional Needs: Low
Human Hazards: Spiny
Family: Nyctaginaceae
Propagation: Cuttings
Leaf Type: Simple
Texture: Medium
Environmental Issues: None

Typical sizes at the nursery:
3G (18”-20”OA)

Typical planting distance:
24” - 36” O.C.
(0.60 - 0.90mts)

Common Uses: Small flowering shrubs; Groundcover; Cut flowers;
Category: Small Shrubs

Notes: Natural climber; This variety is more tolerant of rains and high humidity; Xeriscape; Vine-Requires Support

+ In this Photo:
Bougainvillea glabra 'Helen Johnson'
(Dwarf Bougainvillea)
18"OA Height
(0.45mts)

All sizes are approximates
Photo taken by:
All Landscape Data, Inc.
December 2013
Marco Island
Florida USA

Sources:
Betrock’s
Plant Finder

Internet Sources:
http://stokestropicals.plants.com/Bougainvillea-Helen-Johnson-P1.aspx

http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/go/134664/

http://www.bgi-usa.com/bougainvillea-helen-johnson-makes-the-list/