🌺 Madhumalti / Rangoon Creeper (Any Colour)

Madhumalti, also known as Rangoon Creeper or Chinese Honeysuckle, is a stunning flowering climber admired for its cascading clusters of blooms that change colour—from white to pink, then deep red. With its sweet, intoxicating fragrance and lush foliage, this vigorous vine is perfect for pergolas, trellises, gates, fences, and garden walls, transforming spaces into romantic, tropical retreats.

🔆 Light Requirements

Ideal Light:
☀ Full sun — 6–8 hours daily for maximum blooms and colour transition.

Tolerates:
Partial shade, though flowering may be reduced.

Avoid:
Deep shade — leads to minimal flowering and leggy growth.

💧 Watering Guidelines

When to Water:
Water when the top 2–3 inches of soil feels dry.

Frequency:

• Summer: 2–3 times per week

• Winter: Once per week or as needed

Important: Water deeply at the base — avoid constantly soggy soil.

🌾 Soil & Potting

Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with organic matter.

Ideal Mix:
✔ Garden soil
✔ Compost or cow manure
✔ Sand or perlite for drainage

Pot:

• Large pot (18–24 inches or bigger) if grown in containers

• Requires support: trellis, arch, railing, or vertical structure

🌱 Fertilization

Feed: Every 3–4 weeks during the active growing season.

Best Fertilizer Types:
✔ Bloom booster fertilizer
✔ Compost or organic manure
✔ Bone meal (encourages flowering)
✔ Vermicompost occasionally

Avoid: Heavy nitrogen fertilizers — they increase foliage instead of flowers.

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Regular deadheading helps encourage longer flowering cycles.

• Major pruning in winter or early spring to control size and improve shape.

• Trim lightly throughout the season to maintain neat growth.

Support: Train stems upward and outward for fuller, healthier coverage.

🪴 Humidity & Temperature

Humidity: Thrives in moderate-to-high humidity with good airflow.

Temperature Range: 18–38°C (64–100°F).

Protect:
In very cold climates, mulch the base and avoid heavy winter watering.

🌼 Blooming Notes

Madhumalti flowers best when given:

✔ Strong sunlight
✔ Regular feeding
✔ Seasonal pruning
✔ Consistent watering

It blooms in waves spring through monsoon and may repeat lightly in warm climates.

🐝 Pollinator Friendly

Extremely attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbird-like insects, enhancing natural pollination in the garden.

🛑 Pet / Safety Note

Plant parts may be mildly toxic if ingested — keep away from children and pets.

✅ Why Choose Madhumalti?

🌸 Colour-changing blooms with sweet fragrance
🌿 Fast-growing and perfect for vertical spaces
☀ Heat-tolerant and suitable for warm climates
🏡 Beautiful for arches, pergolas, fences, and garden walls
💐 Creates a lush, romantic, tropical atmosphere

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