Allamanda schottii (Bush Allamanda)
Bush Allamanda, Allamanda neriifolia
Vigorous and fast-growing, Allamanda schottii (Bush Allamanda) is an evergreen tropical shrub boasting a profusion of ravishing clusters of golden trumpet flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), adorned with reddish-orange throat stripes. Blooming in succession for months throughout the summer to the first frost - on and off most of the year in tropical conditions, the flowers give way to ornamental rounded, prickly fruits. The blossoms stand out against the handsome foliage of leathery green leaves, 2-4 in. long (5-10 cm), held in whorls along the stems. Allamanda blooms on new growth. It does not tolerate cold and needs heat for adequate growth and flowering. Providing quick, long-season color, Allamanda can be planted outdoors in the mildest climates where it makes a beautiful accent, hedge or single specimen. Elsewhere, it will happily reside in a container to be moved indoors in cold weather.
- Grows up to 4-5 ft. tall and wide (120-150 cm).
- A full sun or light shade lover, it is best grown in richly organic, fertile, moist, well-drained soils. Does not tolerate drought or wet soils. Allamanda appreciates heat on its vines, but its roots benefit from a cooler environment.
- Water and fertilize regularly during the growing season. Keep organic mulch around the base of a plant and fertilize twice each month.
- Generally pest and disease free. Keep an eye out for scale, mealy bugs and leaf spot. Allamanda drops its leaves when it suffers water stress. Yellowing between leaf veins, or chlorosis, indicates a need for more organic matter in the soil.
- Prompt removal of spent flowers will encourage more blooms. Prune in late winter, early spring to encourage a more compact habit and a copious blooming.
- Propagation by stem cuttings.
- All the parts of the plant are toxic and the latex can cause dermatitises and allergic reactions to particularly sensible persons.
- Native to South America.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 10
– 11 |
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Climate Zones | 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 48" – 60" (120cm – 150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 10
– 11 |
---|---|
Climate Zones | 23, 24, H1, H2 |
Plant Type | Shrubs |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Early,Mid,Late) Summer (Early,Mid,Late) Fall Winter |
Height | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spread | 4' – 5' (120cm – 150cm) |
Spacing | 48" – 60" (120cm – 150cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen, Fruit & Berries |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |