Mandevilla sanderi Summerstar, commonly known as Dipladenia, is a lush evergreen climber or shrub prized for its vibrant blooms and glossy green foliage. This tropical beauty produces trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, or white, making it an eye-catching addition to gardens and patios. It grows to a compact size of 60cm – 1m, perfect for small spaces or container gardening.
Growing Requirements:
Thrives in full sun to part sun with well-draining soil. Regular watering is recommended, especially during warmer months, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Unique Features:
The continuous flowering habit from spring to autumn makes this plant an exceptional choice for adding colour to any outdoor space.
Uses & Display Suggestions:
Ideal for pots, hanging baskets, borders, or garden beds. It can also be trained to climb on trellises or fences for vertical interest.
Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Medium
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Soil: Well-drained soil
Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Medium
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: Yes
Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Small/medium
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
Flower colour: White, Red, Pink
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Spring to Autumn
Fruit: No
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