Everything You Need to Know about Mandevilla Plant Care

The Mandevilla also known as Rocktrumpet, is a tropical plant. The five-petal flowers are often showy & fragrant, coming in shades of pink, red, etc.

Mandevilla thrives in the heat. Mandevilla grows and flowers best in full sun. It should be kept in sunlight for at least 6 hours every day

Light

It enjoys having its soil moist throughout the day. Unlike many flowering plants, it can withstand some dryness while continuing to flower

Water

They need sandy, well-draining soil with plenty of organic material mixed in. A good potting mix is a combination of peat moss, sand, & leaf mold

Soil

Feed your Mandevilla during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer to encourage blooming

Fertilizer

Mandevilla vines need support to climb. Use a trellis, fence, or other structures to help them grow vertically

Support

Regular pruning helps to maintain the plant's shape and encourages more blooms. Prune in early spring before new growth begins

Pruning

Watch out for pests like aphids and spider mites. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil

Pests

Mandevilla plants are easy to care for as long as you get their growing conditions right. It thrive in lots of light, warmth, and moisture

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