| Botanical Name | Bougainvillea 'Juanita Hatten' |
| Description | The ‘Juanita Hatten’ hanging basket is a high-impact tropical accent prized in the Houston metro area for its vibrant fuchsia-red color and slightly variegated leaves. While extremely drought tolerant, plants in hanging baskets dry out much faster than those in the ground during our intense summer heat. To avoid root rot, ensure the basket is filled with a light, well-draining potting mix; avoid using heavy garden clay. This variety rewards the sunniest spots on your patio with nearly continuous color throughout the warm season. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Essential for heavy blooming and vibrant foliage) |
| Height x Width | Trails 2-3 ft. in baskets |
| Water | Medium; water when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid keeping the soil constantly soggy. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Move indoors or to a protected area during local freezes) |
| Fertilization | Apply a water-soluble bloom booster or Bougainvillea-specific fertilizer every 2 weeks. |
| Pruning | Trim back long, leafy "water sprouts" to maintain a tight, flowering shape. |
| Deer Resistance | High |
| Botanical Name | Bougainvillea 'Juanita Hatten' |
| Description | The ‘Juanita Hatten’ hanging basket is a high-impact tropical accent prized in the Houston metro area for its vibrant fuchsia-red color and slightly variegated leaves. While extremely drought tolerant, plants in hanging baskets dry out much faster than those in the ground during our intense summer heat. To avoid root rot, ensure the basket is filled with a light, well-draining potting mix; avoid using heavy garden clay. This variety rewards the sunniest spots on your patio with nearly continuous color throughout the warm season. |
| Exposure | Full Sun (Essential for heavy blooming and vibrant foliage) |
| Height x Width | Trails 2-3 ft. in baskets |
| Water | Medium; water when the top inch of soil is dry. Avoid keeping the soil constantly soggy. |
| Zones | 9 - 11 (Move indoors or to a protected area during local freezes) |
| Fertilization | Apply a water-soluble bloom booster or Bougainvillea-specific fertilizer every 2 weeks. |
| Pruning | Trim back long, leafy "water sprouts" to maintain a tight, flowering shape. |
| Deer Resistance | High |