Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea
Best compact shrub for adding vibrant, low-maintenance color to small spaces.
The Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea is a compact, cascading shrub perfect for adding vibrant color to smaller gardens, containers, or hanging baskets. Its striking bright bracts are beautifully complemented by variegated foliage, offering visual interest. This deer-resistant variety thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. While it provides warm-season color in cooler climates, it remains evergreen in frost-free regions. Easy to care for, it requires low water needs once established and benefits from spring fertilization. Its spreading habit makes it ideal for ground cover or mass planting.
$54.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
34
/ 2598
#34 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+40%
Above average
Brand
Monrovia Growers
/ Monrovia Growers
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking year-round visual interest and texture
- Landscapers wanting high-impact, long-lasting tropical color
- Eco-conscious homeowners prioritizing water-wise, low-maintenance plants
Who should skip it
- Families with small children or pets in high-traffic areas
- Gardeners living in regions with cold, frosty winters
- Minimalists who prefer low-maintenance, mess-free outdoor spaces
Performance breakdown
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes it a standout choice for hanging baskets.
Visual Impact
Variegated foliage and vibrant bracts provide high-contrast color all season.
Maintenance Ease
Low water requirements and deer resistance simplify long-term garden upkeep.
Climate Adaptability
Strict hardiness requirements limit outdoor success to frost-free regions.
Ground Cover Potential
Spreading habit effectively fills space for lush, low-maintenance mass plantings.
Growth Predictability
Mature dimensions are well-defined for precise landscape planning and spacing.
Key Specs
Brand
Monrovia Growers
Botanical Name
Bougainvillea
Cultivar
Blueberry Ice
Mature Height
3 ft
Mature Width
6 ft
Bloom Season
Summer
Evergreen Type
Evergreen
Watering Needs
Low
Features
- Compact size for small spaces
- Striking bracts with variegated foliage
- Ideal for containers and hanging baskets
- Deer resistant
- Evergreen in mild climates
- Low water needs
- Spreading growth habit
What customers say
Consumers consistently praise the exceptional quality and vibrant health of the Blueberry Ice Bougainvillea upon arrival. The primary sentiment revolves around the plant's reliable performance, noting its vigorous growth and stunning, unique coloration that truly delivers on its promise. Gardeners find this variety surprisingly easy to establish and maintain, making it a highly valued addition to their landscape. This robust reliability justifies the premium pricing for a specialty plant.
Know before you buy
Yes, its compact, cascading habit makes it an excellent choice for containers and hanging baskets. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent root rot, as this plant prefers well-drained soil.
Blueberry Ice requires full sun to produce its signature vibrant bracts. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily for the best color and growth.
It is evergreen only in frost-free, mild climates, specifically USDA Hardiness Zone 10. In cooler regions, it will lose its leaves or die back if exposed to freezing temperatures.
This cultivar has a spreading habit and can reach a mature width of up to 6 feet. If you are planting it as a ground cover, space them accordingly to allow for this horizontal growth.
Once established, this variety has low water needs and is quite drought-tolerant. Water deeply when the soil feels dry, but be careful not to overwater, as it thrives in well-drained conditions.
While it doesn't require heavy pruning, you can trim it back in the spring to maintain its shape or encourage a denser growth habit. It is generally easy to manage due to its compact size.
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