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Bougainvillea is semi-evergreen climbers, originated from South America. Their colorful bracts, often mistaken for flowers, vary from white, through all shades of pink to rich crimson, and are borne in late summer to early autumn. The tiny flowers are nestled in the center in these bracts. How to produce a large mature Bonsai?   To produce a large bonsai, the plant has to be grown in open ground for many years until a thick trunk base develops, whereupon all growth is removed and the new branch structure can be grown and trained. Where to keep Bougainvillea? Light and Temperature:      Bougainvillea   is a tropical plant that thrives in areas outdoors with low rainfall and intense heat. It prefers warmer climates and it will able to grow anywhere that has sunlight. For maximum blooming, they need maximum sunlight for at least 5 hrs per day. If all the leaves fall, the plant has become too cold or been overwatered. Move to a better position and moderate watering. Bougain