Bougainvillea (Pink Pixie)

If you want a plant that brings real energy to your summer garden, Bougainvillea Pink Pixie is worth a look. It has the same tropical flair as full-sized bougainvilleas but in a smaller, more manageable form. The plant carries bright green leaves and warm pink bracts that feel almost electric when the sun hits them. Even a single pot can make a quiet corner look lively.

Bougainvillea comes from Central and South America, where the climate is hot and dry for long stretches of the year. That background explains why it thrives in warm greenhouses, bright conservatories and sun-drenched patios. Once the weather settles into summer, ‘Pink Pixie’ wakes up quickly and puts out a steady show of colour.

Gardeners love this plant because it blooms again and again with very little encouragement. Give it strong light, moderate water and a container with sharp drainage. During the warm months you can set it outside in a large pot or let it trail from a raised planter. It fits into borders in a greenhouse as well, where its bracts add a bold contrast to softer foliage.

The only real caution is the cold. Bougainvillea does not tolerate frost, so it needs to be moved under cover once nights turn chilly. A cool but frost-free space is enough to carry it through winter. Keep it on the dry side while it rests, then return to regular watering and feed once days get longer.

For gardeners who want tropical colour without managing an oversized vine, ‘Pink Pixie’ is a smart choice. It delivers the same saturated magenta tone you find on its larger relatives, but in a compact form that works in small gardens, patios and bright indoor spaces. If you want a plant that looks like summer from the moment it blooms, this one fits the bill.