Pink Parfait® Mandevilla
Mandevilla x amabilis 'Rita Marie Green'
SKU
06119
This showy twining tropical vine with glossy green foliage displays unusual, vibrant pink, trumpet-like, double flowers. Each sensational flower lasts for several days. A lovely choice for a trellis or arbor. Evergreen in frost-free regions; treat as a summer annual in cooler regions.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
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- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
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| Botanical Pronunciation | man-de-VIL-le-a a-MAB-a-lis |
|---|---|
| Lore | Mandevilla vines have long been used in the deep south for patio gardens in humid climates. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing, twining stems reach 15 to 20 ft. long. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | The queen of tropical vines is the perfect plant to espalier onto creative flat treillage fixed to walls. Well sized for urban courtyards, entry gardens and open atriums. May be trained up and over both windows and doors on wire guides. Drape runners over fences for a waterfall of foliage and flowers. Train carefully to spiral up posts or columns of porch or shade structure. A superior potted plant that may be brought indoors for winter. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean, Tropical |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier, Specimen, Coastal Exposure, Urban Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | Gift Plant |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Companion Plants | Lantana (Lantana); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Princess Flower (Tibouchina); Plumbago (Plumbago); Purple Fountain Grass (Pennisetum) |
Provide enriched, moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. During the warm season, water regularly but do not over water during bloom period; leaves will drop if too dry. Water sparingly in winter to avoid cold, wet soil. Apply fertilizer in spring. Prune annually to control size. Provide support such as a trellis or arbor.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 10-11
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
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