How to grow bougainvillea to make it bloom more

Bougainvillea flowering time

The flowering time of bougainvillea is different in different places. In the south, it usually blooms from October to June of the following year, while in the northern greenhouse, it usually blooms from March to July. The flowering period is extremely long, so there must be sufficient sunlight and a good growing environment during this period.

How to grow bougainvillea and make it bloom

1. Water : Bougainvillea is afraid of waterlogging, so you must water it in moderation during normal times, especially during the growing season. Generally, just keep the soil moist. During the flowering period, you can keep the soil slightly moist, but be sure not to cause waterlogging.

2. Light : Bougainvillea needs sufficient sunlight during maintenance. Usually, it only needs more than 8 hours of sunlight a day. This is more conducive to growth, and the flowers will be brighter when they bloom.

3. Fertilizer : Bougainvillea needs sufficient nutrients when it grows. Some liquid fertilizer can be applied during the growth period. Not too much fertilizer. Generally, it is sufficient once every 15 days. Before flowering, you can apply appropriate amount of quick-acting phosphorus fertilizer.

4. Soil : Because bougainvillea is afraid of waterlogging, the soil used should be loose, fertile and well-drained. This way, it will not easily accumulate water during normal maintenance, which is more beneficial for its growth and development.