BARBARA KARST BOUGAINVILLEA

Light:
☀️ Full sun. Bougainvillea thrives in bright, direct sunlight. It needs at least 6 hours of sun daily to bloom profusely.

Water:
💧 Water deeply but infrequently. Let the soil dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can cause root rot, so ensure proper drainage.

Soil:
🌱 Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Bougainvillea prefers a sandy or loamy soil mix with good drainage.

Temperature:
🌡️ Prefers warm temperatures (60°F - 95°F / 16°C - 35°C). Bougainvillea is sensitive to frost, so protect it from cold weather or bring it indoors during freezing temperatures.

Humidity:
💦 Bougainvillea is fairly tolerant of dry air and thrives in low humidity. It does not require a lot of moisture in the air.

Fertilizer:
🌼 Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season (spring through summer) to encourage blooming. Reduce fertilizing in fall and winter.

Pruning:
✂️ Prune after the blooming period to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged branches. Bougainvillea can be pruned heavily to maintain a compact shape.