CATEGORY – Topiary

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 12 inches
3.Watering – Water when the soil feels dry, but avoid excess water to prevent root rot
4.Sunlight – Full sunlight

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Moderate
2.Full Plant Height – 10 to 20 feet (depending on the growth conditions)
3.Leaves Color – Dark green, leathery
4.Flowers – Vibrant red, orange, or yellow bracts surrounding tiny white or cream-colored flowers
5.Type – Ornamental climber or shrub
6.Feed – Balanced fertilizer every 4 to 6 weeks during the growing season
7.Watering – Moderate; ensure soil drains well, water thoroughly but avoid waterlogging
8.Soil – Well-draining soil, preferably sandy or gravelly loam
9.Sunlight – Full sun to promote the brightest blooms
10.Suitable Temperature – 60°F–95°F (16°C–35°C); tolerant of high heat and dry conditions

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Select a sunny location with well-draining soil.
2.Dig a hole that’s twice as wide and the same depth as the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) in the hole.
4.Fill the hole with soil, ensuring it’s level with the surrounding ground, and gently press down.
5.Water well and mulch to help retain moisture, especially during hot weather.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Bougainvillea ‘Torch’
2.Common names: Bougainvillea Torch, Flame Bougainvillea, Torch Bougainvillea
3.Hindi: बोगनविलिया टॉर्च (Bogenviliya Torch)
4.Tamil: புங்கின்வில்லியா டார்ச் (Punginvilliya Torch)
5.Telugu: బోగెన్విలియా టార్చ్ (Bogenviliya Torch)
6.Kannada: ಬೋಗೆನ್ವಿಲ್ಲಿಯಾ ಟಾರ್ಚ್ (Bogenvilliya Torch)
7.Marathi: बोगनविलिया टॉर्च (Bogenviliya Torch)
8.Malayalam: ബുഗെൻവില്ലിയ ടാർച്ച് (Bugenvilliya Torch)