How to Take Care of a Mandevilla Hoop Plant
Mandevilla hoop plants are colorful flowering vines that can be grown on the sides of homes, trellises and along fencing. Grow your mandevilla in full sun and in well-draining soil to prevent root rot. During the winter, the growth of these plants will slow down when temperatures dip below 65 F. Be sure to give your plant plenty of water even in the winter to protect its root system from freezing temperatures. Plant mandevilla plants to provide a vivid addition to your home's exterior or landscape. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Soil test
- Shovel
- Lime
- Sulfur
- Trellis
- Nylon strings
- Mulch
- Fertilizer
- Garden hose
- Bypass shears
- Dishwashing soap
- Spray bottle
Instructions
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Conduct a soil pH test on your designated planting location. Mandevilla plants need a pH range of 5.5 to 6.5 to absorb the soil's nutrients. Purchase a soil testing kit at your local county extension office. Dig a 6-inch hole to collect soil samples. Mail the samples to the address provided on the package. Add lime to acidic soil and sulfur to alkaline soil.
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Dig a hole next to your trellis that is twice the size of the root ball. Place your mandevilla plant in the hole and pack the soil tightly around the base of the plant.
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Tie its stems with a nylon sting to the trellis to train the plant. Make sure that you do not tie the nylon too tight or you will cause stunted growth of the plant. Water the plant thoroughly and spread a 6-inch layer of mulch around the plant.
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Fertilize the plant with an all purpose slow-release fertilizer in the spring and fall. You can use a fertilizer with an NPK amount of 8-8-8 to spread around the base. Water the fertilizing area.
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Monitor your plant for any pests or fungal diseases. Spray off any bugs infesting the mandevilla. The most common pests are mealybugs, scales, red spider mites and white flies. Prune any winter damage or stems that will not grow on the trellis with a pair of bypass shears.
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Tips & Warnings
Dilute 1 tsp. of dish washing soap with a gallon of water and spray your plant to kill bugs.
Avoid fertilizing at the time of planting, because you can end up burning its roots.
