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  January 1. Prune Although established mandevillas rarely require pruning, if this plant became tangled and overgrown last summer/fall, you can cut it back to the ground and it will resprout in spring, filling out by summertime. 2. Protect When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. 3. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  February 1. Prune Although established mandevillas rarely require pruning, if this plant became tangled and overgrown last summer/fall, you can cut it back to the ground and it will resprout in spring, filling out by summertime. 2. Protect When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. 3. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  March 1. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  April 1. Buy Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. 2. Plant Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 3. Fertilize Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. 4. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 5. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 6. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for spider mites and aphids. 7. Treat for Pest/Disease Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. 8. Transplant Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 9. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  May 1. Buy Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. 2. Plant Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 3. Fertilize Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. 4. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 5. Prune Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. 6. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 7. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for spider mites and aphids. 8. Treat for Pest/Disease Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. 9. Transplant Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 10. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  June 1. Buy Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. 2. Plant Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 3. Fertilize Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. 4. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 5. Prune Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. 6. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 7. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for spider mites and aphids. 8. Treat for Pest/Disease Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. 9. Transplant Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 10. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  July 1. Buy Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. 2. Plant Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 3. Fertilize Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. 4. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 5. Prune Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. 6. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 7. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for spider mites and aphids. 8. Treat for Pest/Disease Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. 9. Transplant Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 10. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  August 1. Buy Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. 2. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 3. Prune Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. 4. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 5. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for spider mites and aphids. 6. Treat for Pest/Disease Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. 7. Transplant Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 8. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  September 1. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 2. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 3. Pest/Disease Inspection Check for spider mites and aphids. 4. Treat for Pest/Disease Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. 5. Transplant Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. 6. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  October 1. Water Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. 2. Mulch Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. 3. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  November 1. Protect When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. 2. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

  December 1. Protect When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. 2. Special requirements Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.

• Buy When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share! April Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. May Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. June Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. July Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color. August Buy when available in the nursery and in bloom so you can choose desired flower color.

  Plant When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions? April Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. May Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. June Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. July Plant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite.

  Fertilize When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year? April Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. May Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. June Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants. July Feed monthly from spring through fall with an organic fertilizer designed for blooming plants.

  Water Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year? April Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. May Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. June Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. July Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. August Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. September Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried. October Water when the top one to two inches of soil has dried.

  Prune When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements? January Although established mandevillas rarely require pruning, if this plant became tangled and overgrown last summer/fall, you can cut it back to the ground and it will resprout in spring, filling out by summertime. February Although established mandevillas rarely require pruning, if this plant became tangled and overgrown last summer/fall, you can cut it back to the ground and it will resprout in spring, filling out by summertime. May Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. June Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. July Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness. August Established mandevillas rarely require pruning. Pinch the growth tips of young plants to encourage bushiness.

  Mulch Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much? April Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. May Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. June Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. July Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. August Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. September Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark. October Mulch with a 2-inch layer of shredded bark.

  Protect When and how should you protect this plant from birds, deer, rabbits? Does this plant need be covered, or wrapped or painted or moved? January When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. February When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. November When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket. December When frost is predicted, protect potted mandevillas by bringing them indoors. Cover in-ground plants with sheeting or frost blanket.

  Pest/Disease Inspection What are the common problems this plant will face and when should you look for them to appear? April Check for spider mites and aphids. May Check for spider mites and aphids. June Check for spider mites and aphids. July Check for spider mites and aphids. August Check for spider mites and aphids. September Check for spider mites and aphids.

  Treat for Pest/Disease How do you treat the common problems for this plant? What products or concoctions or natural means do you use? Any special requirements? April Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. May Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. June Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. July Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. August Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days. September Rinse off spider mites and aphids with a strong spray of water every day until the infestation is under control. You can also apply insecticidal soap according to package directions. Avoid future infestations of spider mites by wetting the foliage every two to three days.

  Transplant When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements? April Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. May Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. June Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. July Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. August Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite. September Transplant in rich, well-draining soil in a warm location, such as near or against a south- or west-facing wall. Improve drainage by adding pumice at a rate of 20-30 percent. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Plants do well in containers. Use a high-quality organic potting soil that has added pumice or perlite.

  Special requirements Any other requirement for this plant? Is there anything that doesn't fit into the other care categories? January Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. February Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. March Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. April Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. May Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. June Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. July Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. August Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. September Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. October Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. November Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow. December Plant requires a trellis, fence, arbor or other structure on which to grow.