Can you bonsai a bougainvillea?

Bougainvilleas are fast growing, tolerate pruning very well and are well suited for most bonsai styles. As they are subtropical plants, they can’t endure frost and need temperatures around 50° F – 59° F / 10° C – 15° C in winter.

Can bougainvillea bonsai grow indoors?

The Flowering Bougainvillea will thrive indoors in high light and appreciates being kept outdoors during the spring and summer. When night time temperatures drop below 45 degrees we suggest that you place the tree on a windowsill or on a table in front of one.

How long does it take to make a bougainvillea bonsai?

While most bonsai species take years of training before they reach their desired size and shape, bougainvillea is a notable exception that can provide as close to instant gratification as is possible and can often be displayed within a few months of creation or after just one growing season.

Can bougainvillea take full sun?

Make sure the pot of bougainvillea is in full sun. More sun = more blooms. The plant needs at least six hours of direct sun per day to be its floweriest.

What is the best bougainvillea for bonsai?

Bougainvillea glabra is the most common variety used in the garden and is a long-flowering variety that can also be used for bonsai. Bougainvillea peruviana is less vigorous with glabrous leaves and purplish pink smaller bracts.

How do I make my bougainvillea bonsai bloom?

You’ll want to feed your bonsai bougainvillea regularly. Use a 12-10-10 every two weeks during the growing season and a 2-10-10 fertilizer during winter. Prune your bougainvillea bonsai plants every month during the growing season. Take off a little bit at a time to shape the plant and promote a center trunk.

How do you start a bonsai bougainvillea?

Prune off about one-third of the roots. Prepare a growing medium with equal parts potting soil, perlite, peat moss and pine bark. Put this medium in the bottom one-third of the container. Position the bougainvillea in the center, then add soil and tamp it down firmly.

When should I repot my bougainvillea bonsai?

The best time of year to repot your Bougainvillea is in early spring before the new buds start forming. While it is possible to repot at other times of the year, it is only recommended that you do this if you fear your Bougainvillea bonsai might be dying in its current pot because of issues with the roots.