A part of the bougainvillea’s appeal is that they are relatively disease and pest-free plants. It is NOT common for your bougainvillea to be affected by these pests and diseases if you follow BGI’s Rules for Care, and fertilize with Bougain® which contain a significant amount of micronutrients – vital for healthy, blooming bougainvillea. This … Read more
Barbara Karst bougainvillea plants are known for their vibrant colors and beautiful blooms. But these tropical plants can sometimes suffer from lerps – small sap-sucking insects that feed on the leaves and stems. An infestation of lerps can be detrimental to the health and appearance of bougainvilleas. If you’ve noticed these pesky insects on your … Read more
Have you ever wondered if and how bougainvillea would come back after a freeze? I found out firsthand the answer to this question first this past year. Here’s an update on how my bougainvillea (actually bougainvilleas but the one I focus on got hit the hardest) is doing 9 months after a freeze. I live … Read more
Frequently seen in vacation destinations in the Caribbean, Mediterranean, and Southern California, bougainvilleas evoke s of summer, beauty, and bliss. Its not hard to see why theyre admired across the world. Its quite rare for a plant to be colorful and lush year-round (depending on the location, of course), drought tolerant, low maintenance, and highly … Read more
Nurture your bougainvillea back to vibrant health with these essential care tips and problem solvers! If you’ve noticed some tiny cotton-like blobs on the stems and leaves of your beloved Barbara Karst bougainvillea chances are you have an infestation of mealybugs. These annoying pests are common garden inhabitants that can do serious damage if left … Read more
Say goodbye to yellow leaves and hello to lush Bougainvillea with these essential care tips! Diagnosing Yellow Leaves on Barbara Karst Bougainvillea That vibrant Barbara Karst Bougainvillea that welcomed summer with a burst of pink blooms is now greeting fall with a sallow complexion. Yellowing leaves are an alarming sight on your prized plant. But … Read more
The Vibrant and Versatile Barbara Karst Bougainvillea Plant The Barbara Karst Bougainvillea plant is instantly recognizable for its vibrant magenta-pink bracts that create a spectacular floral display. This fast-growing tropical vine is a garden favorite thanks to its visual beauty, hardiness, and diversity of uses. But what exactly is the Barbara Karst Bougainvillea commonly used … Read more
Bougainvilleas are beautiful vine-like shrubs that come in a variety of vibrant colors and make for a stunning statement in any home or garden. They prefer mild winter areas and can grow against a fence, building, on a trellis, in containers or as a hedge. With over 250 varieties of bougainvilleas out there, you’ll be … Read more
Nurture your bougainvillea back to vibrant health with these essential care tips and problem solvers! Barbara Karst bougainvillea is beloved for its vibrant magenta blooms that instantly brighten up gardens and landscapes. However, these tropical beauties can sometimes struggle and show signs of decline. If your Barbara Karst bougainvillea plant looks like it’s on its … Read more
Nurture your bougainvillea back to vibrant health with these essential care tips and problem solvers! Barbara Karst bougainvillea plants are known for their vibrant, colorful blooms. But like any plant, they can be susceptible to pests – and one common pest is the dreaded leaf miner. As a gardener, leaf miners can be super frustrating … Read more