Bougainvillea spectabilis bonsai (140)

Presentation

A specimen of Bougainvillea spectabilis about 35 years old, with a plant 71 cm tall and a 20 cm nebari formed by surface roots spreading nicely over the rim of the bowl. The pale, hollowed and slanting trunk carries a dense canopy with magenta bracts. Ideal for anyone looking for a large flowering bonsai for a terrace or veranda.

Technical features

• Botanical species: Bougainvillea spectabilis (bougainvillea)
• Style: slanting trunk with movement, asymmetrical canopy
• Height of the plant alone: 71 cm
• Nebari: 20 cm
• Age: about 35 years
• Pot: round, 40 cm diam. x h. 13 cm
• Pot material: green glazed stoneware
• Total weight: 23.4 kg
• Position: full sun, bright frost-free shelter above 7-8 °C in winter
• Care difficulty: medium

How to care for this plant

Direct sun is what triggers flowering: from April to September the bougainvillea should be kept outdoors, in the brightest spot available. Water when the substrate starts to dry on the surface, reducing considerably in winter, when the plant must be protected from frost in a cool, bright room.

To learn more about growing this species, see the full botanical care sheet.

Frequently asked questions

Is the plant I receive the one in the photograph?

Yes, it is a one-of-a-kind specimen and the photo shows the exact plant that will be sent. The foliage may however look different on arrival: pruning, pinching, growth and seasonal changes alter the canopy and the flowering during the year.

How much does it weigh and how much space does it need?

The total weight with pot and substrate is 23.4 kg. The round pot measures 40 cm in diameter by 13 cm in height, while the plant alone reaches 71 cm: allow for a sturdy shelf and at least 60 cm of free width for the canopy.

Can I keep this bougainvillea bonsai indoors?

No, it must be grown outdoors throughout the growing season. A short stay indoors is tolerated only for a few days, while in winter it needs a bright place sheltered from frost, with temperatures not falling below 7-8 °C.

What is included

• Bougainvillea spectabilis bonsai in a round green glazed stoneware pot, 40 cm diam. x h. 13 cm, the exact specimen shown in the photo
• Plant certificate (identity card of the specimen with species, measurements and features)
• Reinforced packaging designed to protect the plant during shipping