how much sun for my bougy after rootprune?

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how much sun for my bougy after rootprune?

Post by rochco96 »

Hey was just curious how much sun my bouganvillea should be getting here in perth after a decent root prune ? It is currently in little dappled morning sun but has been slow to recover regards
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Re: how much sun for my bougy after rootprune?

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I am guided by the leaves - if they are still wilted leave it in the shade. If they are upright and strong then slowly move it into the sun.
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Re: how much sun for my bougy after rootprune?

Post by Mount Nasura »

Perfect timing can I ask what is an acceptable amount you can reduce the root ball?
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Re: how much sun for my bougy after rootprune?

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Thanks tony will start increasing its sun seeing as we are having a cooler change for once here in perth. Nasura i was quite harsh and its bouncing back but im no expert regards corey
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Re: how much sun for my bougy after rootprune?

Post by kcpoole »

Mount Nasura wrote:Perfect timing can I ask what is an acceptable amount you can reduce the root ball?
75 % should be fine to remove
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