{"product_id":"bougainvillea-thimma-variegated-bougainvillea-spectabilis","title":"Bougainvillea (Thimma Variegated) - Bougainvillea spectabilis","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Bougainvillea (Thimma Variegated)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBougainvillea Thimma (Bougainvillea spectabilis 'thimma') is an evergreen, shrubby, thorny vine from the Nyctaginaceae family, popular for its variegated leaves alongside long-lasting white and pink flower bracts that appear periodically through most of the year. The true flower is small and white; the colourful bracts are what give bougainvillea its display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e More than 6 hours of direct sunlight; flowering drops off in shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic content.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water sparingly - when the top 2-3 inches of soil feel dry. Some water stress actually encourages more flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vigorous climber suited to porches, arches, pergolas, and walls, or can be kept as a stand-alone bush. Best outdoors in full sun. Take care not to disturb the root ball when planting, as bougainvillea roots are fine and easily damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic fertilizer once a month; a phosphorus-based feed supports more vigorous flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to keep it in shape; this is a low-maintenance plant once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth can reach 8-12 metres given a supporting structure. Flowering usually begins within a year of purchase and continues almost year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: This listing ships a young nursery plant. Growth and bloom timing vary by climate, care, and region - we don't promise a fixed timeline. Caution: Stems carry sharp thorns and the sap can mildly irritate sensitive skin - wear gloves when pruning and keep away from small children and pets brushing past.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PlantsGram","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45554790137991,"sku":"PG-FLOWER-BOUGAINVILLEA-THIMMA-01-P1","price":500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/9984\/7303\/files\/bed2dd43-a68a-43c6-a27c-76567b1013bb.webp?v=1787497486","url":"https:\/\/plantsgram.com\/products\/bougainvillea-thimma-variegated-bougainvillea-spectabilis","provider":"PlantsGram","version":"1.0","type":"link"}