How to plant Bouganvilla twigs?

I don’t know if this will help but this is how I root hydrangea cuttings (woody also). First I cut the bottom 1/4 to 1/2 inch off. Then I soak in a glass of warm(starting out) (not hot) water over night, on a windowsill is best. Then I place in a small pot (plastic is best as it doesn’t wick the water away like clay does) with some really rich potting soil, lots of peat and compost and perlite for drainage. I keep this very wet for at least a week (still on the windowsill) and then moist after. The roots usually develop within 2-3 weeks. I allow it to become almost root bound before I transplant. I have never tried rooting compound, I keep everything as organic as possible. This is how I root for separate plants. If I want to develop a continuous row, I just bend an attached stem to the ground, cover it with rich dirt and put a brick or rock on top to keep it down. It grows a new plant from that stem, then I just move down the row as the plants develop long enough stems. Works for many different flowering shrubs.

My minor in college was botany. I hope this helps.

Thanks, that’s really helpful. Unfortunately, he bought them in Holland while on business there, and we live in France, but asking the local nurseries is a good idea. I’m really grateful for your advice.

Well, my husband’s just planted them (finally) so I’ll let you know of any progress. Thanks for all your help!

Excellent, thanks.

onderful advice. am planning to pot-plant in my terrace. wish me good luck. thanks jai