Last year was my first year growing mandevilla. I planted it out in late May and noticed it wasn't really growing much for a good month. At first I thought maybe it was growing roots (rather than top growth because I had transplanted it) but then I noticed that my plant started to grow more in July, when the weather finally warmed up. It grew to about 4 feet long by autumn, even bloomed a few times and I overwintered indoors. I had to cut back somewhat to untangle it from the trellis and I did transplant into a smaller pot.

Anyway this year same thing, my plant has only recently started growing and basically resembles a two foot stem with a few clusters of new growth on it. We are having a cool summer so far too, aside from about 10 days of warm humid weather.

Glen

Thanks Glen!

We've been having some cool, wet weather here. Sounds to me that, based on the growth pattern of your Mandavilla, is that she needs some sun and a dry spell to climb.

I HOPE!

Dale