Encouraging Bloom on Young Bougainvillea: Water Stress and Low-Nitrogen Feeding

Spring‑Planted Bougainvillea Not Blooming

Bougainvillea blooms on old wood and when stressed (dry, lean).

Bloom Triggers

• Water sparingly—let the plant wilt slightly between waterings.
• Fertilize frequently with a low‑nitrogen, high‑phosphorus formula.
• Do not prune—flowers form on mature stems.
• Be patient; young plants may take a year to settle in.

Follow this and the colorful bracts will appear.