RED FANTASY
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The Red Fantasy Bougainvillea is an outstanding ornamental variety best known for its striking red bracts paired with unique variegated foliage.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS & CARE:
APPEARANCE: Striking variegated leaves paired with magenta-red or dark pinkish-red papery bracts.
GROWTH HABIT: It is not very vigorous and can be kept compact, making it perfect for small, sunny, well-drained spaces or as a low-mounded shrub.
LIGHT REQUIREMENT: Thrives in maximum sunlight, requiring at least 6-8 hours daily.
WATERING: Requires little water once established; needs to be kept dry enough to induce slight wilting to boost flowering.
SOIL: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil.
FERTILIZATION: Benefits from a balanced, soluble fertilizer applied every two weeks.
MAINTENANCE: Easy to maintain, with hard pruning best done after the main flowering season to manage growth.