Mandeville Red

Mandevilla Red (often called Brazilian Jasmine) is a fast-growing, evergreen tropical vine known for its deep crimson, trumpet-shaped flowers and glossy green foliage.

Key Characteristics

• Botanical Family: Apocynaceae

• Growth Habit: Climbing twining vine (or compact shrubby habit depending on variety/pruning). Can grow 3 to 10 feet or more with support.

• Bloom Time: Heavy flowering from spring through autumn (or year-round in frost-free tropical climates).

• Toxicity: Mildly toxic to pets and humans if ingested; cutting stems produces a white milky sap that can irritate sensitive skin.

Plant Care & Growing Guide

• Sunlight Requirements

  • Thrives best in full sun to partial shade.

  • Needs at least 4 to 6 hours of direct daily light for heavy blooming. Provide partial shade during extremely intense summer afternoon heat.

• Watering

  • Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.

  • Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot.

• Soil & Potting Mix

  • Requires light, well-draining, organic-rich soil.

  • Recommended potting mix: Garden soil mixed with sand/perlite, coco peat, and organic compost or vermicompost.

• Temperature & Environment

  • Prefers warm temperatures between 18°C to 32°C.

  • Sensitive to frost and cold drafts; bring containers indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.

• Fertilization

  • Apply a balanced organic fertilizer or a high-phosphorus liquid fertilizer every 2–3 weeks during the active spring/summer blooming season.

• Pruning & Support

  • Support: Requires a trellis, stake, or string to climb vertically.

  • Pruning: Prune light stems in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Flowers bloom on new stems, so pruning encourages fresh branches and more blooms.