{"product_id":"bougainvillea-barbara-karst","title":"Bougainvillea ‘Barbara Karst’","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"152\" data-end=\"188\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"188\"\u003eBougainvillea ‘Barbara Karst’\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"606\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"190\" data-end=\"221\"\u003eBougainvillea ‘Barbara Karst’\u003c\/em\u003e is a spectacular flowering vine admired for its vivid magenta-pink bracts that surround small, delicate flowers. Its vigorous, cascading growth habit makes it ideal for trellises, fences, pergolas, walls, and large decorative containers. In warm climates or greenhouse environments, it produces reliable bloom cycles and delivers dramatic color impact with relatively low maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e vertical accents, Mediterranean-style landscapes, patio containers, sunny courtyards, arbors, and tropical garden designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e🌺 \u003cstrong data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"777\"\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"798\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"814\"\u003eBougainvillea\u003c\/em\u003e ‘Barbara Karst’\u003cbr data-start=\"830\" data-end=\"833\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"833\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barbara Karst Bougainvillea\u003cbr data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"880\" data-end=\"895\"\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen flowering vine\/shrub (warm climates)\u003cbr data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green, oval leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"986\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1004\"\u003eBloom Display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright magenta to deep pink papery bracts surrounding tiny white flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"1077\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fast-growing climbing or trailing vine; can be trained as shrub or espalier\u003cbr data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e• Height: 15–30+ ft with support\u003cbr data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e• Spread: 10–30 ft\u003cbr data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003e(Container plants remain smaller.)\u003cbr data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1288\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eVisual Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold, vibrant, tropical–Mediterranean statement plant\u003cbr data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eUSDA Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9–11 (protect from frost)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1405\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e🪴 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e🌞 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003eFull sun (6+ hours daily) is essential for abundant flowering.\u003cbr data-start=\"1524\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eInsufficient sun leads to fewer blooms and leggier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1768\"\u003e💧 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eKeep evenly moist while establishing.\u003cbr data-start=\"1639\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eOnce mature, it becomes drought tolerant.\u003cbr data-start=\"1683\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eAllow soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003cbr data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1734\"\u003eOverwatering can reduce flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e🪨 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1773\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eRequires well-draining soil.\u003cbr data-start=\"1812\" 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data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2208\"\u003eAvoid excess nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2232\" data-end=\"2393\"\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003ePrune after flowering cycles to shape and control growth.\u003cbr data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eCan be trained to climb, cascade, or form a dense shrub.\u003cbr data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eUse gloves due to thorns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2395\" data-end=\"2398\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2424\"\u003eCommon Issues\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2426\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eFew blooms: insufficient sun or too much water\u003cbr data-start=\"2472\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eYellow leaves: poor drainage or overwatering\u003cbr data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003eExcess foliage growth: too much nitrogen fertilizer\u003cbr data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003eLeaf drop: temperature stress or relocation shock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2627\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2662\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2662\"\u003eWhat You’ll Receive\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2664\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eOne healthy \u003cem data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eBougainvillea ‘Barbara Karst’\u003c\/em\u003e in a nursery pot\u003cbr data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003eBloom color intensity and fullness vary naturally by season and light conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003ePlants may ship with limited blooms depending on growth stage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"3053\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2873\" data-end=\"2893\"\u003eAcclimation Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2893\" data-end=\"2896\"\u003eAllow several days to adjust to its new environment. Gradually increase sun exposure if moving outdoors. Avoid heavy watering until soil moisture is checked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3055\" data-end=\"3058\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"3067\" data-end=\"3082\"\u003eSafety Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3084\" data-end=\"3214\"\u003eStems have small thorns—place away from walkways and handle with gloves. 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