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Dipladenia, or Mandevilla splendens native to Brazil, its charm lies in its intensely colored flowers with a light scent. During this article, gardener Marcelo Sampaio teaches how to grow this beautiful little plant.
How to care for dipladenia?
The dipladenia is a climbing vine that is easy to cultivate and does not require so much care on a daily basis. However, to enjoy the beauty of its flowers, it is necessary to place it in a suitable environment and pay attention to watering and fertilizing. Below, follow 7 tips from gardener Marcelo Sampaio to cultivate this beautiful flower:
1. irrigation
"In the summer, watering can be done every two days, but in the colder season, the amount of water needs to be reduced, because waterlogging of the soil can harm the plant's roots.
2. fertilization
Adequate fertilization is essential for the flowering of the dipladenia. according to the specialist, "it can receive organic or industrialized fertilizers every 3 months". moreover, the gardener informs that natural components, such as worm humus, are more adequate, because they are sustainable fertilizers offered by nature.
3. luminosity
The species appreciates environments with good light, so it can be grown under full sun or half-shade. According to Sampaio, the dipladênia likes indoor environments as long as it receives direct sunlight.
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"The substrate can be composed of coconut fiber, sand, and decomposing leaves. These materials will ensure the container's humidity and, at the same time, prevent the soil from becoming waterlogged.
5. growing in an apartment
"The flower is great for growing in apartments, because it doesn't take up as much space as other species. As it is a climber, it likes window grids and guarantees a beautiful decorative effect, especially during its flowering period". The gardener points out that the indoor environment needs to be well lit.
6. flowering
The dipladenia has a long flowering period that starts in early spring, intensifies in summer, and lasts until fall. In some regions, it is common for the plant to bloom in winter, "The tip is to fertilize it with quality components to guarantee flowers that are always showy.
7. seedlings
"For the cultivation from cuttings, Sampaio recommends the use of a well-drained substrate rich in organic matter. In addition, the young seedlings need plenty of shade in the first weeks after planting.
With Marcelo's tips, your dipladenia will have a beautiful blooming. It is important to remember that the plant has a toxic sap, so prefer to grow it away from children and pets.
Types of Dipladenia
Besides being a beautiful and very versatile climber with trumpet-shaped flowers, dipladenia enchants with its variety of colors, especially red and yellow.
According to gardener Marcelo, the diversity of colors of the dipladenia is due to genetic improvement. According to the specialist, the species undergoes modifications to become even more attractive and guarantee new possibilities for decoration with flowers.
Learn more about dipladenia
Sometimes the way you fluff the soil interferes with the health of the plant. If the branch is cut wrong, your seedling may not take. That's why information is important. Below, continue learning how to grow dipladenia with a selection of educational videos.
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In this video, you will find useful information that will help you to grow dipladenia. The vlog includes tips on fertilization, adequate substrate, and irrigation.
How to plant dipladenia in a pot
The gardener teaches you step-by-step how to plant the dipladenia, and lists some essential cares, as well as information about the ideal substrate and the best environments for abundant blooming.
How to make dipladenia seedlings
The multiplication of the dipladenia doesn't have many secrets. In this vlog, a gardener teaches how to make seedlings by means of cuttings. You only need scissors, fertile soil and a small pot. No doubt your collection will increase after this technique!
The right tips to germinate the dipladenia seeds
In this video, you can learn how to germinate them in cotton. In the process, you must pay attention to the humidity of the container and the light.
Growing dipladenia is very easy. Just put into practice everything you learned in this article and, in a short time, you will have beautiful flowers to display in your home decor. Meanwhile, in the next topic, see how this vine forms a beautiful arrangement.
10 creative ideas for decorating your home with dipladenia
This selection of photos is enchanting with the beauty of the Dipladenia, a climbing vine that can be used to decorate balconies, windows, hedges, and walls:
The Dipladenia is a climbing vine that emanates beauty and simplicity
2. the species is the darling of landscaping
3. but also wins over those who like to grow flowers at home
4. it can be used to decorate outdoor areas
5. like decorated walls and hedges
6. and guarantees a modern effect when grown on pergolas
7. with good lighting, the plant thrives indoors
8. by the way, you can use your creativity to grow in pots
9. just don't forget to fertilize and irrigate
10. no doubt you will love the decorative possibilities of this beautiful vine!
The dipladenia is really a beautiful flower. another plant that will give your home an extra charm is the wax flower. it has many varieties and flowers that will not go unnoticed in the decoration.
