You know a plant has range when choosing one colour is the hardest part, and Bougainvillea definitely brings that problem. Its colour palette gives you plenty to play with, from fiery red... ...Read More
Frequently Asked Questions About Bougainvilleas
Yes, Bougainvilleas can grow successfully in containers when the pot provides adequate drainage and enough room for the root system and plant’s expected development.
Bougainvillea is sensitive to cold and may suffer damage during freezing temperatures. In colder climates, container-grown plants can be moved to protected locations during winter.
The vivid parts commonly mistaken for flowers are actually modified leaves called bracts. The plant’s true flowers are much smaller and develop among these colourful bracts.
Regularly shorten long, unwanted shoots and remove growth extending beyond the intended area. Structural pruning is particularly useful when training Bougainvillea around defined landscape features.
Yes. A strong central stem can be selected and supported while side shoots are pruned away, gradually creating a tree-like form with a defined canopy.
