Turn up the color with Mandevilla Bella™ Scarlet, a bold tropical vine that delivers nonstop, vibrant red blooms all summer long. With its glossy green foliage and striking trumpet-shaped flowers, this fast-growing variety adds instant impact to trellises, containers, and outdoor living spaces.
Whether trained to climb or kept compact in a container, Bella™ Scarlet brings a lush, tropical feel that thrives in heat and sunshine.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Brilliant scarlet-red, trumpet-shaped flowers with continuous blooms
- Fast-growing with a compact, manageable vining habit
- Glossy, deep green foliage for a lush backdrop
- Heat-loving and highly tolerant of summer conditions
- Attracts hummingbirds and pollinators
- Perfect for vertical interest or statement containers
Growing Tips:
- Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily); tolerates light afternoon shade in extreme heat
- Soil: Rich, well-drained soil or high-quality potting mix
- Water: Water regularly (1–3 times per week), allowing soil to dry slightly between watering
- Plant Size: Typically 1–2 feet at purchase; will climb or spread with support
- Hardiness: Perennial in Zones 9–11; grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in cooler climates
Care & Maintenance:
- Provide a trellis, arbor, or support for climbing growth
- Pinch back tips to encourage fuller, bushier plants
- Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering
- Feed regularly during the growing season for best performance
Best Use:
Ideal for trellises, arbors, patio containers, and porch planters. Use as a climbing focal point or let it spill gracefully from containers for a dramatic display.
