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It prefers a good, deep watering every 3-4 weeks rather than frequent shallow waterings. When establishing (in the 1st couple of years), be sure to give your bougainvillea regular water. It's subject to a few types of root rots so don't over-water. The soil should be well-drained which will help prevent rot.
- Where does Bougainvillea grow best?
- How do you keep bougainvillea blooming?
- How do you grow a bougainvillea successfully?
- Does bougainvillea like sun or shade?
Where does Bougainvillea grow best?
Bougainvillea is a sun-lover and it will grow best in a full sun position, in the open, facing due North (in the southern hemisphere) and due South (in the northern hemisphere). Bougainvillea needs at least six hours of full sun every day to thrive. Choose a place with rich, well-drained soil.
How do you keep bougainvillea blooming?
Location and Frost Protection
To get the most blooms from a bougainvillea, the plant needs full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If your plant isn't blooming even in summer, you may need to dig it up and move it to a sunnier spot in your garden.
How do you grow a bougainvillea successfully?
First of all, make sure you're planting it in a sunny, warm location. Bougainvillea needs sun & heat to thrive & be a blooming machine. Just like planting a shrub, dig the hole at least 2 times as wide as the rootball. Loosen the soil on the bottom of the hole to make sure the water will drain out.
Does bougainvillea like sun or shade?
A: This is a case of Right Plant/Right Place. Bougainvillea will grow in a variety of soil types, is highly drought tolerant but should be grown in full sun in acid soil to produce numerous colored bracts (similar to poinsettia or dogwood). If it receives too much shade and/or water it will resists blooming.
