5 Tips For Growing Bougainvillea At Home

Bougainvilleas are easy-care plants that bloom year-round. Here’s how to grow them in your garden

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POTTING

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Use well-drained, loamy soil mixed with cocopeat in a wide container or pot, and avoid clay soil

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PLANTING

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Place a small trellis inside the pot for the Bougainvillea

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WATERING

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Water the Bougainvillea daily to encourage growth. Once the plant matures, water only the topsoil

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SUNLIGHT

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Bougainvillea thrive and bloom vibrantly in full, direct sunlight for six to eight hours each day

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TEMPERATURE

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Bougainvillea flourish in temperatures ranging from 70°F to 80°F and can tolerate moderate to high humidity levels

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