Vera Deep Purple Bougainvillea- All Season Flowering

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Vera Deep Purple Bougainvillea is a stunning, heavy-blooming variety known for its rich, vibrant purple bracts that cover the plant almost year-round in warm climates. This compact, dwarf-type Bougainvillea is perfect for containers, terraces, small gardens, arches, and bonsai displays. Although it looks delicate, it is a hardy plant when grown under the right conditions. Here is a complete care guide to help your Vera Deep Purple Bougainvillea thrive.

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Vera Deep Purple Bougainvillea -All season flowering – Complete Care Guide :

Light Requirements

Bougainvillea is a sun-loving plant, and light is the most important factor for good flowering. Give it at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. More sunlight equals more blooms and stronger growth. If grown in partial shade, the plant may produce more leaves but fewer flowers. For balcony or rooftop gardeners, placing the plant in the brightest available spot ensures continuous blooming. Indoor growth is not recommended unless you place it right next to a very bright south-facing window.

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Watering Needs

Bougainvilleas prefer to stay slightly dry rather than too wet. They do not tolerate waterlogging and may drop leaves or fail to bloom when overwatered.

• Water only when the top 50% of the soil is dry.

• In the hot season, water more frequently, but still avoid wet feet.

• During winter, reduce watering to prevent root rot.

For potted plants, ensure drainage holes are present. Bougainvilleas naturally grow in dry regions, so slight underwatering is better than constant moisture.

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Soil Mix

A well-draining soil mix is essential. The ideal medium is:

• 40% garden soil or red soil

• 40% coarse sand / perlite

• 20% organic compost

The mix must be airy, fast-draining, and not heavy. Heavy clay soil prevents root development, leading to poor blooming. Adding a handful of bone meal or slow-release fertilizer at the time of planting can also help support long-term flowering.

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Fertilization

Bougainvillea responds very well to regular feeding, especially phosphorus-rich fertilizers that encourage blooming.
Use:

• NPK 5-10-10 or 10-26-26 once every 20–30 days during the growing season.

• Organic options include seaweed extract, cow dung compost, or banana peel fertilizer.

Avoid too much nitrogen because it promotes leafy growth rather than flowers. Feed lightly — Bougainvillea roots are sensitive, so overfertilization can burn them.

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Pruning and Training

Pruning is very important for maintaining shape and encouraging blooms.

• Light pruning can be done anytime to remove dry twigs and faded bracts.

• Hard pruning should be done after major flowering cycles, usually in late winter.

Training Bougainvillea on a trellis, arch, or balcony grill helps create a beautiful cascade of purple blooms. The Vera series is also excellent for bonsai due to its short internodes and compact growth.

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Temperature & Humidity

Bougainvilleas prefer warm climates.

• Ideal temperature: 18–35°C

• They cannot tolerate frost. Protect the plant during very cold spells.

Humidity is generally not a problem, but good air circulation helps prevent fungal issues.

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Pests & Diseases

Vera Deep Purple is relatively hardy but may occasionally face:

• Aphids

• Mealybugs

• Whiteflies

Use neem oil spray once every 10–15 days as a preventive measure. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot and fungal infections.

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Potting & Repotting

Bougainvilleas prefer tight pots. Oversized pots reduce flowering.
Repot only when roots come out of drainage holes, usually once every 2–3 years. Use a slightly bigger pot, not too large, and refresh the soil mix.

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Blooming Tips

To ensure heavy blooming:

• Full sunlight

• Lean soil (not too rich)

• Controlled watering

• Phosphorus-rich fertilizer

• Occasional stress (slight dryness)

These conditions trigger the plant to bloom profusely.