Bougainvillea Pink 75cm

Artificial Bougainvillea Spray That Actually Looks Real

Real bougainvillea is beautiful and a complete pain. The bracts drop the minute you cut it, it only flowers for part of the year, and the thorns are brutal. Our artificial bougainvillea gives you the look without any of that. One stem in a vase on a console, a few stems in a big urn by the front door, and the room suddenly has presence. No water, no wilting, no watching it fall apart in three days.

This is the soft-pink bougainvillea spray, with ivory highlights on the bracts and dusty-green leaves along the stem. It reads real in daylight. Guests notice it. They also do not notice it is not real, which is the point.

Silk Bougainvillea Stems For Indoor Styling

One full bougainvillea spray in soft pink and ivory. Displays well on its own or grouped with our cabbage rose artificial flowers or a few stems of white gypsophila for texture.

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How To Make Faux Bougainvillea Look Real

Real bougainvillea cascades. Arrange yours so it falls rather than stands upright. Dust once every few weeks with a soft cloth, keep it out of direct sun, and the colour holds for years. For bigger arrangements, layer it with a soft pink summer rose and some sage eucalyptus at the base.

Same-Day And Nationwide Flower Delivery

Same-day delivery in Cape Town on orders placed before 12 pm. Nationwide courier in 2 to 4 business days to anywhere a courier can reach. Greeting card included.

Why This Bougainvillea Is The Better Choice

Real bougainvillea cuttings do not hold up in a vase. Florists rarely stock them because the bracts drop within a day or two. A good silk spray is the better option for indoor display. Buy one to test it. If you want to build a statement piece, order three or five stems and shape them together in a ginger jar with a few blue hydrangea stems for contrast. Easiest upgrade you can make to a room that feels flat, and it costs you nothing after the initial order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does artificial bougainvillea actually look real?

This one does. The colour is layered rather than flat, the branching silhouette is natural, and the leaves sit the way they do on a live plant. You have to look closely to tell. For the most lifelike display, shape it so the clusters cascade.

How long do artificial flowers last?

Kept indoors and out of direct sunlight, silk flowers hold their colour for years. A quick dust with a soft cloth every few weeks is all the maintenance they need. Real bougainvillea, by contrast, blooms seasonally and drops bracts almost immediately once cut.

What colours does bougainvillea come in?

In nature: magenta, pink, white, purple, red and orange. We currently stock the soft-pink spray you see on this page. If you need a different colour for an event or a specific interior, email hello@flowerguy.co.za and we will let you know what we can source.

Can I put it outside on my patio?

Indoor or under-cover patio only. Sun fades silk over time, and rain will damage the bracts. A covered shaded veranda is fine. Direct South African sun is not.

How many stems do I need for a good display?

One stem is a statement on its own in a clear glass vase. Three to five stems give you a full arrangement in an urn or ginger jar. If you are trying to transform a dead corner or a mantelpiece, go with five.