Mandevilla, Sun Parasol "Stars and Stripes"

Mandevilla Sun Parasol 'Stars and Stripes' is a striking tropical vine known for its large, trumpet-shaped flowers with bold red petals and a distinctive white star pattern at the center. This vigorous, twining plant has glossy, dark green foliage and is prized for its long blooming season from spring through fall.

Grow Zone:
USDA Zones 9–11 (can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in cooler zones).

Height and Width:

• Height: 6–10 feet (when supported)
• Spread: 3–4 feet

Uses:

• Trellises, arbors, and fences for vertical interest
• Containers and hanging baskets for patios or balconies
• Tropical-themed gardens and landscapes
• Annual accent in cooler climates

Native Range:
Mandevilla species are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Growing Conditions:

• Light: Full sun to partial shade (prefers at least 4–6 hours of sunlight daily)
• Soil: Well-draining, rich, and slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5)
• Water: Moderate; allow the top Inch of soil to dry between waterings
• Temperature: Thrives in warm weather (65–85°F); protect from frost
• Fertilizer: Feed every 2–4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or a bloom-boosting formula

Care Tips:

• Provide a trellis or support for climbing.
• PInch back growing tips to encourage bushier growth.
• Overwinter indoors in colder zones by placing in a bright location.
• Watch for pests like spider mites and aphids—treat as needed.

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 We WILL NOT refund the purchase of or the shipping cost of live plants purchased with the intent to be shipped to states that do not authorize importing live plants or to states with restrictions! Purchases to these states will be held for 30 days for pick-up at our Slidell, Louisiana store and the shipping cost associated with these purchases will be held for the care of the plant while waiting to be picked up. All sales are final. If the plant(s) purchased are not picked up within 30 days from the date of order, these items will be returned to our sales inventory and you WILL NOT be refunded. Thank you for understanding these policies.

Due to regulations, certain states have restrictions on importing plants. Please review the list below to ensure you're not attempting to order any restricted plants in your area.

**Important Note:** We do not ship any plants outside the U.S.

State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

, Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.