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Bougainvillea 'California Gold'
Scientific Name: Bougainvillea 'California Gold' Hort.
Family: Nyctaginaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 22-24. Widely grown in 12,13,15-17,19,21 USDA: 9,10 Frost Tolerance: More frost sensitive than 'Barbara Karst' and other red cultivars Heat Tolerance: A good variety for Phoenix heat Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Garden Growth Habits: Thorny vine, up to a 35 feet tall, 15 foot spread, evergreen shrub in frost free locations. Watering Needs: Regular deep watering

Cultural Practices:
The bougainvillea root system is extremely fragile. The plant doesn't like to be moved. Take extra caution when removing the plant from the pot before placing it in the ground.

Blooming Habits:
Blooms year around in protected locations.

Propagation:
Cuttings from mid-winter to early spring, keep soil mixture moist, better with bottom heat.