Bougainvillea Purple on Trellis

Planting Your Bougainvillea:

• For UK gardeners, it is recommended to grow this variety in a pot or container. Bougainvilleas thrive in pots, which makes it easier to move them indoors for winter protection.
• Pick a container at least 30cm wide with drainage holes, filled with a mix of multi-purpose compost and grit or sand.
• Prepare a planting hole twice the width of the existing root ball and roughly the same depth.
• Carefully remove this plant from its 18cm nursery pot and plant at a similar level in its new container.
• Position in full sun, in fact the more sun, the better! A south-facing wall, patio or balcony is ideal.
• If soil conditions are heavy, be sure to add grit or sand to the mix to boost drainage.

Aftercare and Ongoing Maintenance:

• Keep slightly dry - Bougainvillea prefer moderate watering. Water thoroughly, then allow the soil to dry before watering again. Avoid overwatering as too much water can lead to root rot and the production of fewer flowers.
• From spring to late summer, feed with a high-nitrogen fertiliser weekly to encourage strong growth.
• Once the bracts start to develop colour, switch to a high-potash feed, such as tomato fertiliser, to boost flowering.

Pruning Advice:

• Trim lightly in early spring to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth.
• Remove dead or damaged branches as needed.
• Be mindful of thorns when pruning or handling.
• From October to April, move you potted Bougainvillea to a conservatory, greenhouse or bright indoor spot, ideally above 5C.
• Reduce watering and avoid feeding during the dormant period.

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Our experienced nursery team will always send your plants nursery fresh in the perfect condition to thrive when you plant them, so although most plants are very tough and will not be affected by all but the most extreme frosts or heatwaves, we avoid dispatching the most perishable plants if extreme weather is forecast, or over Bank Holiday weekends.

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