Allamanda

Dwarf allamanda (Allamanda cathartica ‘Compacta’) is a semi-tropical shrub with glossy leaves and bright yellow blossoms. The trumpet shaped blooms that occur profusely from summer through fall are an important source of nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies. Plant yours in a sunny location for optimal flowering and fertilize with a blossom booster like Espoma Flower-tone in spring or as needed to keep the blooms coming. Dwarf Allamanda like regular watering but do not thrive in wet areas so a loamy well drained soil is best and let the soil dry a bit before watering again. Their compact nature of 2’- 2 ½’ tall and equally as wide make them a great choice for a bright low border behind annuals or in front of taller hedges. They can be used in mixed containers as an accent plant or as a stand-alone container plant as well. In the colder winter months, your Dwarf Allamanda will grow more slowly. Dwarf Allamanda are somewhat salt tolerant and cold sensitive and should be protected in case of frost.