Dipladenia
Mandevilla boliviensis
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Dipladenia are native to parts of south America and do well in our sub-tropical climate in SWFL. Not only do their large, colorful flowers add to a landscape, but their ovulate and glossy leaves make for a very attractive foliage. Keep yours in 5+ hours of direct sun for best results and keep them fed with the Sure-Gro 6-8-10 granular fertilizer. Dips also make a lovely container plant, since they don’t get too big, about 3ft in height. You may find them in a mixed garden too, with other sun loving plants. You will see beautiful blooms on and off through the year, but it is most showy in the warmer months.
Fun Fact!
Dipladenia were found by European explorers in the 18th century and were immediately brought back to Europe. Horticulturists were amazed at their large, showy blooms and they became popular among botanical gardens and private collections. Today, dips are a widely cultivated plant and have been more and more popular in the market. One of the latest cultivars, "Bluephorbia", is a very unique, purple and pink flower.
