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Jason

Horticulture is God's gift to me. It is my escape from the things that would otherwise take a toll on life. It has taught me so many lessons.

Mandevilla boliviensis syn. Dipladenia boliviensis

  • Season Icon Early AutumnEarly Autumn 2016
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Jason

Grandiflora Family Apocynaceae Botanical Name MANDEVILLA boliviensis Plant Common Name Mandevilla, White Mandevilla General Description This vigorous vine offers big, beautiful, long-lasting white blooms. It is a tropical garden favorite that is native to Bolivia and Ecuador where it exists in moist montane forests. White Mandevilla is evergreen and has glossy green leaves that are elliptical to oblong with pointed tips. The leathery foliage exudes milky sap when broken or wounded. The

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Jason

I propagated this plant from #cutting.

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errolly

Stay safe @Jason if the cyclone is coming your way

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Jason

Thank u so much for your concerns . it has turned away some what but It is still close enough to cause damage. I had cut back some of the plants. #hurricaneMatthew

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errolly

At least the cutting back may save them and doesn't hurt to give them a haircut sometimes. Thinking of you take care.

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Jason

Yes @errolly pruning is helpful that is the thought that came to mind as I was cutting my plants back in preparation for #hurricaneMatthew.

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