It's spring. The colorful hustle and bustle in the meadows has awakened and the Dipladenia is still in its winter quarters. When is it time to put them back outdoors? Find out below.
When is the best time to put the Dipladenia outdoors?
After overwintering, the best time to put out the Dipladenia isin May after the Ice Saints. It is important that there is no longer any danger of frost, because the Dipladenia cannot tolerate frost. Even temperatures below 8 °C can harm it.
When does Dipladenia's wintering end?
The overwintering of Dipladenia canslowly end in April. However, the climbing plant should not be moved outdoors at this time as it is still too cold there. It is enough to put the Dipladenia on the balcony or terrace for an hour during the day in April and bring it back in in the evening. Only in May after the Ice Saints is the optimal time to move out completely.
What is important before Dipladenia goes outdoors?
Before putting the Dipladenia outdoors, it should be cut back. However, the best time for this is not in spring, but in autumn before moving to winter quarters. Without pruning, Mandevilla, which comes from South America, tends not to bloom because it forms its buds on the new shoots.
Why shouldn't the Dipladenia be left outside all year round?
Dipladenia arefrost sensitive and would not survive the winter outdoors but would freeze to death. It is therefore important to overwinter them in a cool, but frost-free, place at the end of September/beginning of October.
Which location is suitable for Dipladenia?
After overwintering, the Dipladenia should be provided with awarmandsunny location. It needs protection from rain and wind, which is why a canopy is ideal. Nevertheless, the location should be airy enough so that air can circulate between the leaves of the Dipladenia.
Should you accustom the Dipladenia to the warm temperatures?
It isrecommended to get the Dipladenia used to warmer temperatures as early as February. This way she doesn't suffer from thermal shock. For example, you can move the plant from the cold stairwell to the slightly warmer bedroom or to the greenhouse.
Should Dipladenia be planted out?
The Dipladenia shouldnot be planted in the bed as it cannot be overwintered there. She would freeze to death in the fall. It is therefore advisable to only cultivate it as a container plant.
What should be done before putting out the Dipladenia?
Before the Dipladenia is put out, it should berepotted if necessary. This is usually necessary and sensible every two years.
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Take good care of it after putting it out
As soon as the Dipladenia is outdoors, it needs more care. It should be fertilized every two weeks and watered regularly. This not only promotes he alth, but also the formation of flowers from May onwards.
