Bougainvillea hybrid

Bougainvillea Hybrid is a vibrant and fast-growing ornamental plant, prized for its stunning, colorful bracts that surround tiny white flowers. Available in various colors like pink, magenta, red, orange, yellow, and white, these hybrids are perfect for adding a tropical touch to gardens, landscapes, and urban spaces.

Growth & Size:

• Bougainvillea hybrids grow rapidly and can reach heights of 10 to 30 feet depending on the variety and support provided.
• They can be trained as climbers, bushes, hedges, or even bonsai.
• Growth is vigorous, with long, thorny branches that need support when grown as climbers.

Flowering & Seasonality:

• Blooms profusely throughout the year, especially in warm climates.
• The most intense flowering occurs in dry seasons when watering is reduced.
• Flowers are small and white, but the colorful bracts around them give the plant its decorative appeal.

Ideal Planting Locations:

✅ Gardens & Landscapes: Used as a hedge, fence, or in pergolas for a stunning visual effect.

✅ Pots & Containers: Thrives well in large pots with proper drainage.

✅ Terraces & Balconies: Perfect for urban spaces with ample sunlight.

✅ Walls & Trellises: Excellent for covering bare walls, gates, and arches.

✅ Public Spaces: Used in roadside plantations, parks, and commercial landscapes.

Light Requirements:

• Requires full sunlight for at least 6-8 hours daily for best flowering.
• Insufficient light leads to poor blooming and excessive leafy growth.

Watering:

• Prefers deep but infrequent watering; let the soil dry between watering.
• Overwatering can cause root rot and reduce flowering.
• During winters or rainy seasons, reduce watering significantly.

Soil & Fertilization:

• Well-draining, slightly sandy or loamy soil with good aeration is ideal.
• Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 5.5 – 6.5).
• Use a balanced fertilizer (NPK 10:10:10) every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.
• High phosphorus fertilizers (like NPK 10:30:10) help in boosting blooms.

Pruning & Maintenance:

• Regular pruning encourages bushy growth and more flowering.
• Trim long and unwanted branches after flowering cycles.
• Can be shaped into desired forms for ornamental purposes.
• Heavy pruning should be done at the end of the flowering season.

Common Pests & Diseases:

🔸 Pests:

• Aphids & Mealybugs: Can be treated with neem oil or insecticidal soap.

🔸 Diseases:

• Root Rot: Caused by overwatering; ensure proper drainage.

Climate & Temperature Tolerance:

• Thrives in hot and dry climates.
• Cannot tolerate severe frost; protect from freezing temperatures.
• Grows best in tropical and subtropical regions with temperatures between 20-35°C.