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Looking for where to buy bougainvillea in New Zealand? Bougainvillea is a showstopping climber prized for its vivid bracts and versatile uses in gardens of all sizes. Whether you want to brighten up a fence, create a living screen, or add instant tropical flair to a container, bougainvillea delivers colour and year-round interest. But with so many varieties, it can be tricky to know where to find healthy bougainvillea plants or which cultivar suits your garden best.

Bougainvillea 'Krishna' light purple flower.

Bougainvillea 'Krishna'

4.7 from 3 customers

Bougainvillea 'Krishna' is a dwarf variety that grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Throughout the summer, it bears impressive, light purple flowers, and these are complemented by lush, green foliage. This evergreen typically grows to 1.5 m tall with a support structure.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 1.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal
Garden uses: Arches, Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Bougainvillea 'Tropical Rainbow' pink flowers with variegated and cream foliage.

Bougainvillea 'Tropical Rainbow'

5 from 6 customers

Bougainvillea 'Tropical Rainbow' is a spectacular and colourful climber. This Bougainvillea features rich, purple flowers which are held amidst the lush foliage which is variegated green and cream. It typically grows to 5 m tall and 4 m wide but is usually trimmed to control growth.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy
Garden uses: Arches, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Bougainvillea 'Hawaiian Gold' yellow-orange flowers against dark green foliage.
Bougainvillea 'Hawaiian Gold'

Bougainvillea ‘Hawaiian Gold’ is a striking and hardy climber that bursts into brilliant golden-yellow bracts throughout the warmer months. This...

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Prunus autumnalis 'Rosea'

Prunus autumnalis 'Rosea' is an attractive deciduous flowering tree valued for its delicate pink blossoms and unusually long flowering season. Small...

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Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra'

Magnolia liliiflora 'Nigra' is a striking deciduous shrub or small tree prized for its richly coloured spring flowers and compact garden form. The...

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Typha orientalis (Raupō)

Typha orientalis, commonly known as Raupo, is a vigorous and erect, NZ native grass. It is found throughout New Zealand in shallow, fertile waters...

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Prunus blireiana

Prunus 'Blireiana' is an attractive deciduous flowering tree valued for its abundant double pink blossoms and colourful foliage. Masses of fragrant...

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Lomandra Green Allure plant with lush, green foliage.
Lomandra Green Allure

Lomandra Green Allure is widely used in landscaping projects across NZ. It is commonly mass planted as a ground cover or on a bank, included in...

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Magnolia 'Strawberry Fields'

Magnolia 'Strawberry Fields' is a striking deciduous tree prized for its richly coloured spring flowers and attractive garden form. The large blooms...

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Magnolia 'Deryk'

Magnolia 'Deryk' is a striking deciduous tree prized for its richly coloured spring flowers and attractive garden form. The large blooms appear...

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Juncus effusus (Soft Rush Plant)

Juncus effusus (Spiral Rush) is an eye catching rush valued for its distinctive twisting green stems, compact clumping habit, and strong...

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Fraxinus 'Purple Spire'

Fraxinus 'Purple Spire' is an elegant deciduous tree admired for its upright narrow habit and outstanding autumn foliage that develops rich purple...

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Magnolia 'Kay Parris'

Magnolia 'Kay Parris' is an elegant evergreen tree prized for its glossy foliage, compact growth habit, and impressive creamy white flowers. The...

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Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet'

Crataegus laevigata 'Paul's Scarlet' is a magnificent deciduous flowering tree renowned for its masses of rich scarlet double flowers that cover the...

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Sequoiadendron giganteum

Sequoiadendron giganteum (Giant Redwood) is one of the world’s most impressive and majestic conifer trees, valued for its towering growth habit, rich...

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Zamioculcas Black Knight (Zamioculcas Plant)

Zamioculcas Black Knight is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

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Lomandra Lime Tuff in a garden showing elegant foliage.
Lomandra Lime Tuff

Lomandra 'Lime Tuff' is a hardy evergreen ornamental grass valued for its vibrant lime green foliage and compact tidy growth habit. This versatile...

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A Bougainvillea glabra plant with masses of pink flowers.
Bougainvillea glabra

Bougainvillea glabra is a spectacular and colourful, fast-growing climber. This specimen produces multi-coloured flowers in clusters surrounded by...

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Bougainvillea 'Bambino Little Guy' plant with masses of dark purple flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Little Guy'

Bougainvillea 'Little Guy' is a dwarf variety that grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Throughout the summer, it bears...

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Bougainvillea 'Magnifica Traillii' climber with purple flowers and lush, green foliage.
Bougainvillea 'Magnifica Traillii'

Bougainvillea 'Magnifica Traillii', commonly known as Paper Flower, is a deciduous climber that produces masses of showy, deep purple flowers. In...

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Bougainvillea 'Panda' plant with white flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Panda'

Bougainvillea 'Panda' is a dwarf variety that grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Throughout the summer, it bears...

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Bougainvillea Beesnees plant with masses of white flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Beesnees'

Bougainvillea ‘Beesnees’ is a compact, colourful variety producing masses of bright golden-yellow bracts that hold their colour well through the...

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Bougainvillea 'Blueberry Ice'

Bougainvillea 'Blueberry Ice' is a colourful evergreen to semi evergreen climber valued for its striking variegated foliage and vibrant flower...

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Bougainvillea 'Salsa' red flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Salsa'

Bougainvillea ‘Salsa’ is a vibrant and eye-catching climbing plant that produces an explosion of fiery red and magenta bracts through the warmer...

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Bougainvillea 'Saffron' yellow flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Saffron'

Bougainvillea ‘Saffron’ is a radiant and hardy climbing plant that produces masses of glowing golden-orange bracts through the warmer months. This...

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Bougainvillea 'Purity' plant covered in white flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Purity'

Bougainvillea 'Purity' grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Through summer, it bears impressive, white flowers which are...

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Bougainvillea 'Carmencita' hot-pink flowers as a large cluster.
Bougainvillea 'Carmencita'

Bougainvillea ‘Carmencita’ is a spectacular climbing plant that produces masses of rich crimson-red bracts, adding bold tropical colour to New...

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Bougainvillea 'Ciata' plant with orange flowers and lush foliage.
Bougainvillea 'Ciata'

Bougainvillea ‘Ciata’ is a vibrant and hardy climbing plant that produces a spectacular display of magenta to pink bracts throughout the warmer...

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Bougainvillea 'Bambino Zuki' plant with purple-red flowers and variegated leaves.
Bougainvillea 'Zuki'

Bougainvillea ‘Zuki’ is a stunning, compact climbing plant that produces a spectacular display of bright pink to magenta bracts for much of the year...

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Bougainvillea Marlu plant with masses of light purple flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Marlu'

Bougainvillea 'Marlu' is a dwarf variety that grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Through summer it bears impressive...

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Bougainvillea 'Mary Palmer' pink flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Mary Palmer'

Bougainvillea 'Mary Palmer' is a lovely, semi-evergreen climber that flowers multiple times through the year with impressive pink flowers. The large...

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Bougainvillea bambino 'Siggi' plant with masses of yellow flowers.
Bougainvillea 'Siggi'

Bougainvillea 'Siggi' is a dwarf variety that grows compactly with few thorns, yet produces impressive flowers. Through summer, it bears impressive...

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Bougainvillea 'Krishna'

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You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Bougainvillea, Lomandra, and Magnolia, or related Categories - Deciduous Climbers, Evergreen Climbers, and Grasses.

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The Best Place to Buy Bougainvillea Online

When considering where to buy bougainvillea, convenience, variety and quality matter. Buying bougainvillea from a reputable New Zealand nursery ensures you receive robust, well-grown plants ready to thrive in your local climate. Online nurseries make it easy to browse a wide range of bougainvillea varieties, compare their colours and sizes, and get expert advice for successful planting.

Our nursery specialises in premium bougainvillea, offering both classic types and rare selections suited to New Zealand conditions. For timeless style, consider Bougainvillea glabra—one of the most popular and hardy varieties. If you have limited space or are seeking a dwarf option ideal for patios or pots, Bougainvillea 'Little Guy' is a compact beauty bursting with colour.

Top Bougainvillea Varieties for Your Garden

With such a range of cultivars, finding the perfect bougainvillea is easy. Here are some of our favourite options, all available at our garden nursery:

These hardy climbers perform well in most North Island and warm South Island gardens, thriving in full sun and well-drained positions. They’re drought tolerant once established, making them both beautiful and low-maintenance additions to your landscape.

Tips for Planting and Caring for Bougainvillea

After you’ve decided where to buy bougainvillea, ensure your investment thrives with the right planting and care. Choose a site that gets at least six hours of direct sun. Bougainvillea prefer free-draining soil and benefit from a warm, sheltered position. Train your bougainvillea up trellises or along fences for maximum floral impact, or keep them pruned and bushy for containers and smaller spaces. Regular feeding with a balanced fertiliser will keep your bougainvillea blooming for months.

Order Bougainvillea from Our Online Nursery

No matter your location in New Zealand, finding where to buy bougainvillea is simple with our online ordering and courier delivery. Explore our fantastic range, including Bougainvillea glabra, Bougainvillea 'Little Guy', Bougainvillea 'Magnifica Traillii', Bougainvillea 'Panda', and Bougainvillea 'Tropical Rainbow' to bring a blaze of colour to your garden. With the right varieties and expert nursery advice, you’ll enjoy spectacular flowers for years to come.

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