The Dipladenia or Mandevilla is a perennial plant and very decorative. But it is not hardy and suffers at temperatures close to freezing. Therefore, it is essential to bring it to a suitable winter quarters at an early stage.
If the Dipladenia is overwintered properly, it will thrive for several years without any problems
Where should I plant my Dipladenia?
The Mandevilla is a climbing plant and needs a climbing aid if it is to grow tall. If it is in the garden bed, it must be dug up again early in the fall and brought into a moderately cool but bright room. It is also very suitable for planting in balcony boxes or hanging baskets.
But always give your Dipladenia a light and warm place, because only in such a location will it feel comfortable and will show a luxuriant abundance of flowers. If it doesn't get enough light or water, it won't flower.
How should my Dipladenia overwinter?
Bring your Dipladenia to their winter quarters as soon as the temperatures fall below around 8 °C in autumn. This should definitely be bright and have temperatures between 8 °C and 15 °C. If the Dipladenia is too warm in winter, it will not flower next summer. Water the plant lightly, but don't let the soil dry out completely.
Before bringing your Mandevilla into its winter quarters, cut back the plant. It takes up less space, is easier to transport and is also easier to maintain. In addition, the pruning contributes to lush flowering. You may be able to stimulate a blooming Dipladenia to bloom again. Use the cut off shoots as cuttings and multiply your Dipladenia.
The essentials in brief:
- perennial but not hardy
- overwinter at 8 °C to 15 °C
- Cut back before overwintering
- be sure to spend the winter bright and not too warm
- get used to it slowly in the spring
tips
If you want to enjoy your Dipladenia for many years, overwinter the plant in a light and moderately cool place. Only then will it bloom profusely again next season.