Growing Mandevilla: Tropical Vine for Containers & Trellises

Features

Showy funnel-shaped blossoms, shiny dark green leaves. Native to Central/South America. Grown as annual on trellis in large containers. Overwinter indoors in warm, sunny room.

Care

• Light/Water: Full sun with midday shade in heat. Water moderately 1–2×/week in growing season; less in winter.
• Soil/Fertilizer: Fertile, moist but well-drained. Monthly balanced liquid fertilizer. Containers: soil-based potting mix.
• Pests: No serious diseases; watch for whiteflies, spider mites, mealybugs (especially indoors). Milky sap may irritate skin.
• Companions: Arbors, trellises, cascading containers. Pair with sun-loving annuals/summer bulbs: Persian Shield, Sweet Potato Vine, Canna, Elephant Ears.