20 Red Bougainvillea Spectabilis Seeds

Transform your garden with the vibrant and dramatic Red Bougainvillea Spectabilis Seeds!

Known for its stunning, long-lasting blooms and vigorous growth, this climbing plant is perfect for adding a splash of color to fences, trellises, walls, and pergolas. \

Bougainvillea Spectabilis is a hardy and versatile plant that will thrive in warm climates, creating a breathtaking floral display.

Specifications for Red Bougainvillea Spectabilis Seeds:

• Season: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; transplant outdoors in spring
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Height: Up to 20-30 feet with support
• Bloom Season: Spring through fall
• Bloom Color: Bright red bracts with tiny white flowers
• Environment: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral pH
• Deer Resistant: Yes
• Latin Name: Bougainvillea spectabilis
• Temperature: Prefers warm climates; protects from frost
• Average Germ Time: 2–3 weeks
• Light Required: Full sun
• Depth: Sow seeds on the surface and lightly cover with soil
• Sowing Rate: Thinly scatter seeds; no specific rate needed
• Moisture: Keep soil moist during germination; water deeply but infrequently once established
• Plant Spacing: Space plants 3-5 feet apart for optimal growth

Cultivation Instructions:

1. Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow the seeds on the surface of a well-draining seed-starting mix and lightly press them in. Cover with a thin layer of soil. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

2. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist during germination, which can take 2-3 weeks. Once established, water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

3. Light: Bougainvillea thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal blooming.

4. Soil Type: Plant in well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Amend the soil with compost to improve fertility and drainage.

5. Support: Provide a trellis, fence, or other support structure to guide the climbing growth of the plant. Regularly prune and train the vines to maintain the desired shape.

6. Temperature: Prefers warm temperatures and does best in USDA Zones 9-11. Protect from frost and cold winds.

7. Fertilization: Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and blooming.

8. Maintenance: Prune regularly to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. This will also promote new growth and more abundant blooms.