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I planted a mandevilla and at the end of the fall cut the plant back to the ground. Will the mandevilla grow when the temps rise in the spring?
What zone are you growing in?
Mandevilla are hardy in zones 9 - 11.
The plants will not survive in a colder zone and should be brought indoors when temperatures drop below 50 degrees F.
In warmer climates the plant will generally can be trimmed back in the winter about 6 weeks before the last frost. This will help produce a nice bushy plant.
Trimming of the vine all summer can help keep it in control.
Every 2 to 3 years you can trim the plant back to the ground to reinvigorate the plant.
If you are in zone 8 or colder, your plant may not have survived.
If you are in zone 9 or warmer, you plant should began to grow when the weather warms.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/winterizing-mandevillas.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/mandevilla-plant.htm
My mandevilla is approx. 5 years old. It is kept in the basement over winter and brought out to the patio in spring. I would like to transplant it to a larger pot, but the tubers now fill the pot. Should these be trimmed or left alone?
If the roots are protruding from the container, it is likely time to repot.
Choose a container that is slightly larger and wider then the existing pot.
Mature pots can generally use a 12 to 20 inch pot. You generally move up 2 inches in pot size as the plant grows.
Make sure it has adequate drainage and use a light fast draining potting mix.
Pre mixed potting soil that is made for cactus is a good choice.
Do not trim any roots or tubers.
The plant should have about an inch or so of new space all around the root ball.
Do not plant in too large a container, as this can lead to over watering and root rot.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/mandevilla-plant.htm
I bought a beautiful Mandevilla plant about one month ago. It's in a large pot and was doing beautiful, but now it's starting to turn yellow. I might have over watered it. I live in Phoenix, so it's getting hot. Does that have something to do with it?
The heat and sunlight could definitely be affecting it, but typically yellowing leaves does mean the plant got too much water. Mandevillas need sandy, well-draining soil, support and some shade. Cut back on the water, cut off any dead leaves and double-check your sunlight situation.
This article may help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/mandevilla-plant.htm
Why are leaves turning yellow on mandevilla?
The links below will help you pinpoint the cause of yellowing leaves.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/yellow-leaves-on-mandevilla.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/mandevilla-plant.htm
I planted two mandevillas in large pots on my second floor deck. Seems every year, the aphids attack. They barely get 4 hours of morning sun but they manage to grow and blossom. However, every year the plants are attacked by aphids. I have had them since Mother's Day and I noticed the leaves on the one that gets more sun is getting badly attacked. Of course, the newest leaves are the worst. It seems the leaves facing out a bit are the worst. Obviously, every year it is a hard, annoying battle that I struggle to keep the plants alive till the fall. I am sure they will be on the other sadly soon. What could be the reason for this every year? I sprayed them with just water today, then later insecticidal soap but that rarely works. I scrub the pots and use new soil. I am so sad, please help!!
Hi there. Aphids arrive in groups and invade very quickly. I buy an organic aphid killer spray. and go around every Sunday to check and, if needed, spray. The Same with slugs and snails I don't wait until they are taking over before doing something.
I learned from an Australian gardening radio program called "The Garden Clinic" to be PROactive in the garden rather than being REactive
If needed put the spray ready right beside the plant....
Good luck there
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I think it may be getting to wet but not sure if so how do I fix?
Here is an excellent link with care requirements.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/mandevilla/mandevilla-plant.htm