Description
Chili Red Bougainvillea glabra – plant
Chili Red Bougainvillea Plant is a fast-growing, hardy ornamental climber known for its bright chili-red bracts and long flowering period. It thrives in full sunlight, requires low maintenance, and is highly drought-tolerant, making it perfect for Indian climates. Ideal for boundary walls, pergolas, arches, hedges, and large pots, this plant adds bold color and a tropical look to any garden or landscape.
Bougainvillea glabra – Care Tips
Bougainvillea glabra is a hardy, fast-growing flowering climber known for its vibrant bracts and excellent adaptability to Indian climates. With proper care, it blooms profusely for most of the year.
Sunlight
- Requires full sunlight (minimum 6–8 hours daily)
- More sun = more flowers
Watering
- Water moderately
- Allow soil to dry slightly between watering
- Avoid overwatering, as it reduces flowering
Soil
- Use well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Good drainage is essential to prevent root rot
Pruning
- Prune lightly after flowering
- Helps maintain shape and encourages new blooms
- Remove weak or dead branches regularly
Fertilizer
- Use a low-nitrogen fertilizer
- Apply once every 20–30 days during the growing season
- Excess nitrogen promotes leaves, not flowers
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