Description
HARDINESS ZONE.10-11 GROW.Mandevilla seeds require shallow planting, only covering them slightly with soil. Keep these moist and warm, about 65 to 75 degrees F. (18-24 C.), and place them in bright, indirect light. The seeds should germinate within a month or so. WHEN TO PLANT.Mid-to-late spring USE.The vigorous growth of the Mandevilla makes it an excellent addition to any summertime garden.Use the Mandevilla vine to bring some color to your gazebo, patio, or over doorways. ATTRACTIVE.One of the best features of the Mandevilla is that it attracts hummingbirds to the garden. Relax on your patio on a hot summer afternoon, and watch the hummingbirds sip away at the flower��s nectar. Mandevilla, also known as rocktrumpet, is a genus of flowering vines that grow in tropical and subtropical climates. The five-petal flowers are often showy and fragrant, typically coming in shades of pink, red, and white, occasionally with yellow throats. They generally bloom in summer and can stretch into fall, though in warm climates they can bloom year-round. Some species within the genus have smaller, more plentiful blooms while others have fewer, larger blooms. Their foliage is usually a glossy green. Mandevilla plants are fairly easy to care for as long as you get their growing conditions right. The vines thrive in lots of light, warmth, and moisture, so plan to water yours whenever the soil begins to dry out, and feed your plant during the growing season. These vines grow and flower best in full sun, meaning at least 6 hours of direct light on most days. However, they will tolerate some shade and might even appreciate shelter from the hot afternoon sun at the peak of summer. Mandevilla vines need sandy, well-draining soil with plenty of organic material mixed in. A good potting mix is a combination of peat moss, sand, and leaf mold. A slightly acidic to neutral soil pH is best, though the plant can also tolerate slightly alkaline soil. If you wish to promote a bushier growth habit on these vines, pinch back the stems in early spring. If you let them naturally grow as vines, it��s a good idea to provide them with a trellis or other structure they can climb around. The vines also look great in hanging baskets.
- HARDINESS ZONE.10-11
- WHEN TO PLANT.Mid-to-late spring
