Characteristics
Climbing thorny plant. Much appreciated for pergolas thanks to its year-round flowering in Mediterranean climates.
Location
In zones of Mediterranean climate the tree can be placed outside during the whole year. In colder zones you have to protect it against frost.
Watering
Abundant in summer and in moderation the rest of the year. Take care of the quality of water as the leaves of this tree have a tendency to yellow if it contains too much chlorine.
Fertilization
In spring and autumn.
Re-potting
Every 2 years, at the beginning of spring.
Substrate
100% Akadama, or a mixture of Akadama with 20% of volcanic earth or with 20% of Kanuma.
Pruning and pinching
Pruning
At the beginning of spring.
Pinching
When branches have 6 to 8 leaves cut off leaving 2 leaves. Eliminate vine shoots which are too strong.
Wiring
In spring.
Curiosities
The bougainvillea’s pink, purple and violet flowers are only three sepals which protect in its interior the veritable flowers, which are small, yellow, tubular and grouped inside of a wrapping.