Alamo Vine Seeds (SUMMER)

Lamo Vine is a fast-growing, climbing ornamental plant known for its large, fragrant white flowers that bloom in the evening, earning it the nickname “Moonflower”. Its lush green foliage and vining habit make it perfect for trellises, fences, pergolas, and balconies, adding elegance and fragrance to any garden.

This vine is easy to grow, drought-tolerant once established, and provides a dramatic display during summer and monsoon seasons.

Key Features

• Botanical name: Merremia dissecta

• Accepted botanical name: Distimake dissectus

• Common name: Alamo Vine

• Attractive white flowers with dark maroon-purple centre

• Vigorous climbing growth

• Decorative deeply divided foliage

• Fast-growing twining vine

• Excellent for trellises, fences and pergolas

• Suitable for balconies and vertical gardens

• Full sun to partial sun

• Warm-season flowering vine

• SUMMER growing plant

Recommended Grow Bags

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch 🔗

Suitable for growing one Alamo Vine with a strong trellis or climbing support.

G-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch 🔗

Recommended where a larger root area and stronger vine growth are desired.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

Use:

60% Bhalu Mitti / Sandy Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost 🔗 + 10% Cocopeat

The growing medium should be:

Loose, fertile and well-draining.

Avoid:

• Heavy compact soil

• Poor drainage

• Continuous waterlogging

Growing Instructions from Seeds

For improved germination:

Soak seeds in water for approximately 12–24 hours before sowing.

Sow seeds approximately:

1–2 cm deep

Cover lightly with fine growing medium and water gently.

Keep the growing medium:

Lightly and consistently moist until germination.

Provide a trellis, fence, net or other climbing support soon after seedlings begin active growth.

Germination

Seeds generally germinate within:

10–14 days

under suitable warm conditions.

Successful germination depends on:

• Warm temperature

• Consistent moisture

• Fresh seeds

• Well-draining growing medium

Avoid keeping the growing medium continuously saturated.

Plant Spacing

Maintain approximately:

30–45 cm / 12–18 inches between plants

when growing several vines together.

Allow sufficient space for vines to climb and spread.

Sunlight

Provide:

Full sun to partial sun

For stronger growth and flowering:

5–6+ hours of direct sunlight daily

is recommended where possible.

Watering

Water regularly while young seedlings are becoming established.

After establishment:

Water when the upper soil layer begins to dry.

Avoid continuous waterlogging.

Support

Alamo Vine is a vigorous twining climber.

Provide:

Trellis, fence, pergola, netting or other vertical support

to encourage healthy upward growth.

Regular training or light pruning can help control its spread.

Feeding

At planting time, mix:

GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost 🔗

into the growing medium.

During active growth, occasional balanced feeding may support healthy vine growth and flowering.

Avoid excessive fertilizer application.

Related Products

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch 🔗

G-24 Grow Bag – 24 × 12 inch 🔗

GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost 🔗

Summer Flower Seeds 🔗

Climbing Flower Seeds 🔗