did you know?

The common name Chilean jasmine is a misnomer because mandevilla, a tropical woodland vine, is native to Argentina.

general maintenance:

Pinch back young plant to promote bushiness. Trim new growth and errant stems to maintain desired shape. Provide trellis for support.

pests/diseases:

Mandevilla is relatively care free.

how to sow/plant:

Choose a sunny to partly sunny site with well-drained soil, making sure there is enough room for plant to reach its mature spread. In early spring, dig a hole twice width of container or root ball. Set plant at same depth or slightly higher than it was in the pot. Fill in hole around plant with soil, and mound to form a 2-inch-high ridge around perimeter of the hole to act as a catchbasin. Water thoroughly, filling the basin and allowing water to settle several times. Spread 2-inch layer of mulch around plant.

water and fertilize:

Maintain uniform soil moisture. Be sure the soil is moist before ground freezes in fall. Each spring before growth begins, apply an all-purpose fertilizer, following label directions. Once shrub is established, usually by the third year, water only during drought.

features:

• Attractive Flowers
• Attractive Foliage
• Attracts Hummingbirds
• Evergreen

garden uses:

• Climbing
• Containers
• Indoors

other uses:

• Cut Flower

combine with:

Indian hawthorn ( 'Bay Breeze' or 'Cameo'), fringe flower ( 'Hines Purpleleaf'), and butterfly bush 'Black Knight') in the shrub border.