Want your bougainvillea to burst into brilliant color? These simple but powerful care tips will keep your plant thriving and blooming like a tropical dream!
Sunlight is Everything
Bougainvilleas are sun lovers! For maximum flowering:
- At least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily is essential.
- Plant in well-drained soil — soggy roots can lead to rot.
- Avoid shady spots, or you’ll get more leaves than blooms.
Smart Watering
Keep it balanced — not too much, not too little:
- Water moderately, allowing the topsoil to dry between waterings.
- In winter, cut back on watering to let your plant rest.
Prune for More Flowers
Encourage fuller growth and more blooms by pruning at the right time:
- Prune after each bloom cycle or at the end of winter/early spring.
- Remove dead or weak branches to stimulate new growth.
- Cut back leggy stems to promote dense flowering tips.
Fertilize the Right Way
Boost blooming with the right nutrients:
- Use a phosphorus-rich fertilizer (like 10-30-10) every 4 weeks during the growing season.
- Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers — they grow leaves, not flowers.
Bonus Tip:
Bougainvillea thrives when it’s slightly stressed — a little dryness or root-bound roots often triggers more blooms!
With just a little attention, your bougainvillea will reward you with explosions of color season after season. Happy growing!
