Bougainvillea Lady Mary Plant Description
Bougainvillea Lady Mary is a stunning variety of Bougainvillea known for its striking, soft pink to light lavender-colored bracts. This ornamental shrub adds a delicate yet vibrant touch to any garden, balcony, or landscape. Its cascading growth habit and profuse blooming make it an ideal choice for enhancing fences, trellises, or creating colorful hedges. Bougainvillea Lady Mary thrives in warm climates, making it an excellent choice for Indian gardens, where it flourishes with minimal care and blooms abundantly throughout the year.
Benefits
Bougainvillea Lady Mary offers numerous benefits. The soft pink and lavender bracts create a gentle yet captivating visual effect, making it a perfect addition to any outdoor space. The plant is highly drought-tolerant, which makes it ideal for areas with limited rainfall or water availability. Bougainvillea Lady Mary is also known for its air-purifying properties, helping to absorb toxins and release oxygen into the atmosphere. Additionally, its dense, bushy growth is perfect for creating natural privacy screens, hedges, or adding shade to your garden or patio.
Plant Care Instructions
Bougainvillea Lady Mary thrives in full sunlight, requiring at least 6-8 hours of direct sun each day to produce its abundant blooms. It prefers well-drained, sandy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Water the plant moderately, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Overwatering can cause yellowing leaves and poor growth, so ensure the soil drains well and does not remain soggy. During the growing season, feed the plant with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks to support strong growth and vibrant flowers. Pruning is essential to maintain the plant’s shape and encourage new growth, so trim any dead or leggy branches after the blooming season.
Common Problems and Solutions
- Pest Infestation (Aphids, Mealybugs): Aphids and mealybugs can infest Bougainvillea Lady Mary. Use neem oil or insecticidal soap to control pests and protect the plant.
- Yellowing Leaves: Yellowing leaves can result from overwatering or poor drainage. Ensure the soil is well-drained and reduce watering frequency to avoid root rot.
- Poor Flowering: Insufficient sunlight or excessive nitrogen fertilizer can prevent blooming. Ensure the plant gets enough direct sunlight and avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen-rich products.
- Leaf Drop: Stress from temperature fluctuations, overwatering, or transplant shock can cause leaf drop. Keep the plant in a stable environment and avoid frequent relocation or overwatering.
Please Note: Images are for reference purposes only. Actual product may vary in shape or appearance based on climate, age, height, etc. The product is replaceable but not returnable. Plants will be delivered in black nursery poly bag or pot unless mentioned on the product page.
