There are many varieties of the tropical vining flowers we call the Mandevilla plant, and all are gorgeous and showy.The Mandevilla vine (rocktrumpet plant) has become a popular spring garden center item over the past few years.The vigorous Mandevilla vine makes an excellent spring and summertime addition to any bright light landscape, patio or trellis vines and overwinter nicely indoors during the cold winter months.
Abnormal yellowing of leaves (chlorosis) is a problem common to all sorts of plants, including the Mandevilla plant.When leaves turn yellow it is because they are lacking in pigment (chlorophyll). There are several causes for this problem in Mandevilla, including:Nutrient DeficiencyPoor DrainageRoot DamageRoot CompactionHigh pH LevelsPest InfestationFollow these guidelines to determine and resolve your problem:Nutrient DeficiencyPlants may suffer from nutrient deficiency because the soil is poor or because the soil pH level is so high that the nutrients are not available to the plant.
One of the popular members of the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, is the Mandevilla plant (Mandevilla spp.), tropical perennials with exotic and colorful flowers.With over 100 species, this gorgeous climbing vine is grown to add a dramatic effect to the summer gardens and well-lit landscapes.Mandevillas get their common name, Rock Trumpet or Trumpet Vine, due to their showy, bold, and fragrant blossoms which resemble the shape of a trumpet.
You love the display of flowers your ‘rock trumpet’ aka Mandevilla plant produces in the spring and summer. But, what is the deal on caring for Mandevilla in winter?How do you winterize these tropical plants to enjoy the flowers again next spring?How To Get Your Mandevilla Vine Ready For WinterAs the weather becomes cooler, your Mandevilla’s flower production will slow down.
Dipladenia (dy-pla-DEE-nee-uh) the rocktrumpet or Brazilian jasmine is an older classification for plants now commonly falling under the genus Mandevilla.The difference between Dipladenia and Mandevilla vine is in their growth habit.The spring favorite Mandevilla vine has a vertical growth habit. The Dipladenia plant is a bushy plant with downward, hanging growth.
