Mandevilla × ‘Velvet Red’
Overview
Uses: Patio containers, trellises, arbors, entryway accents, poolside planters, hanging baskets, balcony gardens, and tropical-themed landscapes.
Benefits: Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Mandevilla delivers nonstop, velvety red blooms on a vigorous yet refined tropical vine. Its glossy foliage, long flowering season, and excellent container performance make it a standout choice for adding bold color and vertical interest to warm-season spaces.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 10–11 (grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in colder climates)
Life Cycle: Tender Perennial Vine (tropical)
Sun: Full Sun to Partial Sun
Mature Height: 10' – 15'
Mature Width: 3' – 4'
Bloom Season: Late Spring through Frost
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ brings dramatic, tropical color to patios and garden spaces.
This vigorous mandevilla produces large, trumpet-shaped flowers in a rich, deep red that stands out against its glossy green foliage. Blooms appear early and continue relentlessly through summer, creating a lush, resort-like feel wherever it’s planted.
Ideal for containers and vertical supports, ‘Velvet Red’ climbs readily when trained or can be allowed to cascade gracefully from large pots and hanging baskets. Heat tolerant and easy to maintain, it’s an excellent choice for gardeners looking to maximize seasonal impact with minimal effort.
Care
Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Care
Plant in full sun for the strongest growth and heaviest flowering. In very hot climates, light afternoon shade can help reduce stress.
Grow in rich, well-drained soil. Containers should have excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Water regularly during active growth, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Container-grown plants may require more frequent watering during hot weather.
Feed regularly throughout the growing season with a balanced fertilizer or a slow release fertilizer to support continuous blooming.
Provide a trellis, obelisk, or support structure if vertical growth is desired. Light pruning can be done to shape or control size.
Size
What Size Is Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ for Sale Online?
Our Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ ships in a greenhouse-grade grow pot, appropriately sized for its container and growth stage. For current pot sizes and availability, please contact us.
How Large Does Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Grow?
At maturity, this mandevilla typically reaches 10' – 15' tall when trained as a climber, with a spread of approximately 3' – 4'. Growth is fast during warm weather.
Additional Information
Is Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Deer Resistant?
Mandevilla is generally considered deer resistant, as its foliage is not a preferred food source.
What Are the Common Names of Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’?
This plant is commonly referred to as Velvet Red Mandevilla, Tropical Breeze Mandevilla, or simply Red Mandevilla.
Can Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Be Grown in Containers?
Yes. This mandevilla is especially well-suited to containers, making it ideal for patios, decks, balconies, and poolside plantings.
Does Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Need Winter Protection?
In Zones below 10, bring plants indoors before frost and overwinter in a bright, warm location. Alternatively, grow as a seasonal annual.
How Fast Does Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Grow?
This is a fast-growing tropical vine that puts on rapid growth and flowers continuously during warm, sunny conditions.
How Should Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Be Spaced?
Space plants approximately 3' – 4' apart to allow proper airflow and mature spread when grown in the ground or large containers.
Is Mandevilla Tropical Breeze™ ‘Velvet Red’ Attractive to Pollinators?
Yes. The large, tubular flowers are attractive to hummingbirds and other nectar-seeking pollinators.
