Product Description:
Bougainvillea is a sun-lover and blooms the best when kept in a heated environment. It has huge roots and doesn’t like to have them disturbed. And once they bloom, they add a colorful look to your walls, creating a pleasant vibe .Bougainvillea in the garden offers green foliage year-round and brilliant “blooms” in summer. Growing bougainvillea in gardens requires some effort. This plant is hardy from USDA zones 9b – 11. It doesn’t like to go below 30 degrees F and definitely not for a prolonged period of time.
Light:
Bougainvillea needs at least 6 hours of full sun a day to flower profusely and look its best. This plant also loves the heat. Not enough sun = not enough color.
Water:
When it comes to watering, Bougainvillea is pretty drought tolerant once established. It prefers a good, deep watering every 3-4 weeks rather than frequent shallow waterings.
Soil:
The soil type but it must drain freely. A mixture of loam and organic compost worked into the native soil is what works best for them.
Fertilizer:
Fertilize your bougainvillea every month in spring and early summer. You’ll want to use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer at half the normal dosage.
Pruning:
Pruning is part of the work if you are caring for bougainvillea in the garden. Keep your eye out for dead wood and remove it as it appears. Save severe cutbacks for a time after the bougainvillea has flowered. You can prune late in fall or very early in spring.
Temperature:
Bougainvillea are considered tropical plants and prefer to grow in warmer climates. That being said, established vines can withstand colder temperatures in the winter months. However, bougainvillea thrive in hardiness zones 9 and above, so if temperatures drop below 30 degrees, we recommend bringing your potted plant inside.
Propagation:
Cut stems that are at least 6 inches in length and fill a container with peat and perlite. Place the cutting in the soil mixture (about 1-2 inches deep) and remove any remaining leaves from the stem.
Repotting:
Bougainvillea are known for their fast-growing habits, regular repotting is recommended to ensure they don’t outgrow their pot. Follow these steps below when repotting your plant:
- Remove the plant by grasping the stem near the base.
- Slide the bougainvillea out of the container with the pot turned on its side.
- Rinse out the pot or container with fresh water and remove any remaining debris.
- Fill the new container with 3 inches of potting soil and carefully place the plant inside.
- Water lightly to keep the soil slightly moist.
