Bougainvillea ‘Dr. Rao Orange’

Description

 

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Bougainvillea ‘Dr. Rao Orange’ – Care Guide

🌸 Description

Bougainvillea ‘Dr. Rao Orange’ is a vibrant flowering variety known for its bright orange bracts with excellent blooming performance. It is a fast-growing climber or shrub, perfect for gardens, compound walls, pergolas, terraces, and bonsai training.

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🌞 Sunlight

• Needs full sunlight (6–8 hours daily).
• Strong sun enhances color intensity and flowering.

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💧 Water

• Water only when top 2–3 cm soil becomes dry.
• Avoid overwatering — Bougainvillea prefers slight dryness.

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🌱 Soil

• Well-draining sandy soil mix:
  Garden soil + river sand + compost / cocopeat.
• Good drainage is essential.

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🌼 Fertilizer

• Use flowering fertilizer every 15–20 days.
• Best: low nitrogen, high phosphorus & potassium.
• Organic options: bone meal, vermicompost, mustard cake.

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✂ Pruning

• Light pruning after flowering improves branching.
• Remove weak and long shoots regularly.

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🌡 Climate

• Ideal temperature: 20–38°C.
• Tolerates heat well but dislikes frost and waterlogging.

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🪴 Pot Growing

• Medium or large pot with drainage holes.
• Slightly root-bound plants flower better.

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🐛 Pests

• Aphids, whiteflies, mealybugs.
• Control with neem oil spray every 7–10 days.

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🌺 Flowering Tips

• Full sun
• Less watering
• Flower booster fertilizer
• Controlled pruning

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