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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    March 28, 2014
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    If you had an abundance of rain, it could have gotten a fungus. Ensure that your drainage is sufficient. The fact that it bloomed is a good sign. As long as it is alive, you should begin seeing leaf buds.

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    Nikki on
    April 7, 2014
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    Can you send us a picture of the damage? We may be able to identify the pest from the damage.

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    Ann Field on
    June 22, 2014
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    Hi, I would use a shovel to shift them into a pile, loose from the ground/soil. Heavy duty bag and use your shovel to lift them into it. Use a brush and pan to get rid of the remaining smaller pieces. A good strong pair of gloves might be useful too. As Christy Moore advises: ♫ Don't forget your shovel if you want to go to work ....

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    theficuswrangler on
    September 11, 2014
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    Whenever you move any plant from a place of higher light to a place of lower light, it will lose leaves, because there is not enough light to support them all. One way to avoid this is to acclimate the plant slowly: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/acclimate-plants-indoors-winter.htm
    If you live in zone 9, you may not have to move the bougainvillea inside, unless you're expecting a freeze. Here's more info on keeping b-- indoors: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/bougainvillea/bougainvillea-in-containers.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 13, 2015
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    If they are getting enough light (which is the most common reasons for plants failing to flower), then it is likely a lack of phosphorus. Plants need phosphorus to flower. Bone meal is a good source of phosphorus (https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/bone-meal-fertilizer.htm).

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    brgone7680 on
    August 16, 2015
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    Thank you for you response. I re-potted Into a small pot as It did not come in one. How much sun will It take or should i leave in Indirect lighting for now

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  • Answered by
    NadiasNana on
    August 16, 2015
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    As long as there are some roots, and the leaves look healthy, I would just plant it. If you are going to keep it inside, just make sure it is getting enough light; bougainvillea grows outside in mild climates.
    I would start with a small pot; don't stress the roots by putting it in too large of a pot. Then re-pot it in larger pots gradually as the roots grow.
    If you contact the nursery where you purchased it, they will at least have notes in case it doesn't survive.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    August 22, 2015
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    I would do a search for starter plants, you should be able to find online sources that can ship to you.
    Ebay may be a place to search also.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/bougainvillea/bougainvillea-in-containers.htm

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