Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering during cooler months when growth slows down.

Ensure good drainage to prevent excess moisture accumulation.

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead or overgrown branches. Hard pruning in late winter or early spring can revitalize the plant and promote vigorous new shoots.

Pinching back young stems encourages branching.

Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer or autumn. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining medium. Keep moist and warm, ideally in a propagator, until roots have formed.

This method yields plants true to the parent.

Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix.

Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one, as bougainvilleas prefer to be slightly root-restricted, which encourages flowering.