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What to Do When Bougainvillea Gets Overwatered? Here's the Right Way to Fix It

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I believe many of you have overwatered your bougainvillea at some point. So what should you do? If the soil and pot you're using both have good drainage and airflow, it's easy: just put it in a ventilated spot and wait for it to recover. If the soil and pot have poor drainage and airflow, then you'll need to repot it with fresh soil.

1. The Harm of Overwatering

If overwatered for a long time, this plant will struggle to bloom, or its blooming period will be greatly shortened, and even the roots, stems, and leaves may rot. If it's a newly planted seedling, too much water will directly stop the plant's growth or slow down leaf development.

2. How to Handle Overwatering

1. If both the soil and the pot have good airflow, there's no need to worry too much. Just make sure the environment is well ventilated and stop watering.

2. If the potting soil has poor airflow and water permeability, then it's more troublesome. You'll need to replace the potting soil, and while doing so, check whether the plant's roots have rot. When changing the soil, be sure not to damage the plant's roots. If there's no rot, you can keep some of the soil around the roots.

3. The Benefits of Controlled Watering

Now let me share the benefits of controlled watering for this plant. Many experienced growers have found that long-term water control brings many benefits to bougainvillea, such as: enhanced drought resistance. When the soil surface is already on the dry side, it can still hold out for at least 2 to 3 more days before its leaves begin to wilt. It improves bloom quality and promotes flower bud differentiation. During its growing season, proper water control can also enhance the glossiness of its leaves, and so on.

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