How to Fix a Split Branch

Question

I bought a mandevilla and one of the main branches got broke but not all the way. It just split to where it’s hanging down. I have it tied so it won’t fall and break completely. But isn’t there some kind of tape I can use to help it mend?

Answer 1

This problem is more common than you might think.

Here are two articles that should help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/fixing-bent-stems-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/propagation/grafting/reattaching-broken-stems.htm