With its striking flowers, the Allamanda Vine boasts a spectacular display of color throughout the year. Unlike other vines, it grows at a manageable pace and is easily trained to suit your desired shape and structure.
This classic yellow-flowering variety is great for cascading over a trellis or planting as a low-maintenance shrub. Allamanda’s dense foliage also provides excellent privacy screening for pool areas, patios, or decks, creating a serene retreat in your outdoor space. However, note that its sap may cause skin irritation.
Thriving in warm climates, the Allamanda Vine is remarkably adaptable, displaying moderate tolerance to drought, coastal conditions, and even alkaline soils. While it thrives in full sun, it can also tolerate partial shade, providing flexibility in positioning within your garden.
Whether you're looking to add a splash of color to your garden or create a tranquil oasis, the Allamanda Vine is sure to captivate with its sunny blooms. Grow yours today!
1. Planting: Plant in a hole that is twice as wide but only as deep as the root ball. Do not over-cover the top of the root. Add topsoil or organic peat humus to the planting hole.
You can also mix in composted cow manure to enrich the soil around the plant's roots. Water to settle.
To cover a fence, place plants 3 feet apart. Give enough room so nearby shrubs aren't too close—at least 3 feet away.
2. Watering: Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry out in between waterings. Allamandas like a fast-draining area.
3. Fertilizing: Fertilize three times a year in spring, summer and autumn, with a good granular fertilizer.
4. Pruning: Cut back any dead stems in early spring (late March or early April) for size. To grow as a shrub you may need to trim it more often to keep it shaped.