Tips on Bougainvillea Plant - When Pot Bound is Good

Believe it or not some plants show their true colors when they are pot bound and the brilliant colored Bougainvillea is just one of those special plants. Bougainvillea will put on their best flower show when they are a little tight in the pots.

Here’s a tip from Kellie Pilier who specializes in growing Bougainvilleas for the landscape trade.

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When they are planted in the landscape leave the plant in the growing container. Here’s how to plant them this way.

Carefully cut out the whole bottom of the pot. If that seems too difficult then cut some large holes about the size of a grapefruit around the whole pot.

Some landscapers simply cut large slits down the side of the pot. The downside of this is that sometimes the roots can be pinched and become weak.

Taking the time to cut holes in the pot will require the most time and effort but it will give the best blooming results.

More Boug tips soon - but for now Here’s more on Bougainvillea Care

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