Does bougainvillea like the sun?

Bougainvillea likes the sun

Bougainvillea likes the sun. It is a sun-loving plant, so it cannot be without sunlight during the growing period. Generally, it is better to see more sunlight, which can promote its rapid growth. You can choose noon in spring and autumn to bask in the sun.

Bougainvillea basking in the sun

Bougainvillea needs sunlight. Generally, it is not afraid of the sun and can stay in the sun for a long time. However, when the temperature is too high, try not to expose it to excessive sunlight. Exposure for a long time will cause its leaves to fall off.

Bougainvillea light

Bougainvillea does not have very strict requirements for light. Generally, as long as it can receive more than 6 hours of light a day, it can grow and bloom normally. If you change the pot, it is best not to expose it to the sun first. Generally, wait until it adapts to the new pot before exposing it to the sun.

What to do if bougainvillea wilts in the sun

If bougainvillea is exposed to the sun for a long time, its branches and leaves will not only turn yellow, but also wilt. At this time, you should shade it in time, and then trim some bad branches and leaves first to avoid affecting the growth of other branches and leaves. Generally, it can resume normal growth after being kept in a cool place for a week.