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n. - Any of several South American ornamental woody vines of a certain genus having brilliant red or purple flower bracts.

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  • Then you'd realize that "bougainvillea" is ... etcetera etcetera etcetera...
  • When frost is expected, protect tender garden plants such as bougainvillea, citrus, fuchsia and succulents by covering them.
  • Larger shrubs such as bougainvillea, lace hydrangea and hibiscus provide structure in the garden, though Varone is still waiting for the Knockout roses to fill in.
  • Watch out for cold, clear nights and protect tender plants such as bougainvillea, citrus, fuchsias and succulents that are open to the sky and vulnerable to frost.
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