Hi everyone!

I was doing some shopping at the Home Depot, and of course, I just had to take a "stroll" through the nursery section, right? This time of year, the shelves are pretty bare since everyone has bought all the plants, but I thought I would just check it out anyway.

I happened to run across a table with two Mandevillas on sale for $1.99!!! I couldn't resist, so I bought them. One is "My Fair Lady" and the other is "Scarlet Pimpernel". They are so TINY!!!

Usually, Mandevillas are sold in gallon size or larger containers, but these two are in those little square quart (pint?) size plastic containers that are usually used for annuals. I would say that the containers are about 6 inches high. So, very tiny indeed.

I have often yearned for Mandevillas because they are everywhere here in San Diego, but I never bought them because they were sold full grown and were very expensive. I figured that if these two didn't work out, then I'm only out $4.00.

But, I DO want them to grow and be happy, and I need your help please. I know nothing about this plant. I've heard that Mandevillas like big square containers, but these plants are still so young. Should I put them in a big container right away?

How do I handle them? Do they like acidic soil? What kind soil do they prefer? Lots of water or not? How big are they going to get?

I've done some Internet reading, but I'm so confused. Some sites say that My Fair Lady and Scarlet Pimpernel are hybrids, so they won't get very long, but they will get "bushy". Other websites say that they will grow to 20 feet in length. Which one is it?

Any and all info will be much appreciated and most welcomed. I really have no idea what to do with my new girls, but I so want to see them grow healthy and full of blooms.

I guess the very first thing I'll need to know is what type and how big of a containter to plant these two in, and what type of soil. Also, can I plant them together, or will they be too crowded?

Thanks a million everyone!

Neggz