BOUGAINVILLEA BRAID

Light:
☀️ Full sun. Bougainvillea Braid thrives in bright, direct sunlight. It needs at least 5-6 hours of sunlight daily to produce its vibrant, colorful blooms.

Water:
💧 Water thoroughly but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Bougainvillea is drought-tolerant once established, so be careful not to overwater it. During the growing season, water deeply but infrequently. Reduce watering in the winter.

Soil:
🌱 Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Bougainvillea prefers a sandy or loamy soil mix that allows water to flow through quickly. Avoid soil that retains too much moisture, as it can cause root rot.

Temperature:
🌡️ Prefers warm temperatures between 60°F and 85°F (16°C - 29°C). It thrives in USDA zones 9-11. Bougainvillea is frost-sensitive, so it should be protected from freezing temperatures during the winter months.

Humidity:
💦 Low to moderate humidity. Bougainvillea is adaptable to dry air, so it does well in average humidity levels. If grown indoors, occasional misting can help, but it’s generally not required.

Fertilizer:
🌼 Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season (spring through summer). Bougainvillea thrives with regular feeding, but avoid over-fertilizing, especially with high-nitrogen fertilizers, as this can promote too much foliage growth at the expense of flowers.

Pruning:
✂️ Prune after flowering to maintain its shape and remove spent blooms. Bougainvillea benefits from regular trimming to keep it neat and encourage more blooms. For the Braid form, prune lightly to preserve the braided structure while removing any dead or leggy growth.