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bougainvillea
How should I repot a rootbound bougainvillea that isn’t growing or flowering?
The bougainvillea is rootbound and stuck in a narrow soil column. Shift it into a slightly larger pot, gently loosen and tease apart the outer roots, and prune only a small amount if they’re tightly circling. Use very well‑draining soil and full sun to get new growth and future blooms.

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How should I repot a rootbound bougainvillea that isn’t growing or flowering?