Plumeria plants (Plumeria sp), sometimes referred to as Frangipani and Lei blossoms, are actually tiny trees that are indigenous to tropical areas. These lovely plants’ blossoms are used to create the classic Hawaiian leis. They have a strong fragrance and bloom profusely in a variety of hues, including white, yellow, pink, and red, from spring till October. The enormous leaves of the foliage, which can be either evergreen or deciduous depending on the species, let these flowers stand out attractively among them.
Plumeria Plant Care & Growing Instructions
Plumerias can live for many years if they are given the right care. Let’s talk about their needs now that you are aware of where to place them. Use the advice in this article to maintain your plumeria flowering and expanding year after year.
Temperature
Plumerias are not tolerant of extreme cold. Their preferred temperature range is 60 to 75 °F.
They will begin losing their leaves if it becomes too cold, and temperatures below freezing will kill them very quickly. The delicate branch tips might be harmed by even a slight frost.
They often don’t mind the heat, although in arid locations the excessive heat will dry them out too rapidly.
Best Soil
In order to successfully care for plumeria plants, the ideal soil is a fast-draining blend with a pH level that falls between 6-7. You are not required to purchase any specific variety, and if you so choose, you can even create your own.
Repotting
When given the right care, frangipani trees can develop quickly and may require repotting every one to two years. They need to be sized up if roots start to protrude from the drainage holes or if development stops.
Put them in a container that is 2-4″ bigger than the present one in the spring. Expect some leaf loss or drooping as the plant recovers and replant it at the same depth. Refresh the top few inches of dirt and cut back part of the roots to control their size.
Watering Requirements
Although plumerias prefer a lot of water, they cannot stand being overwatered. Too much moisture causes the trunk to rot, which finally kills the plant. Give it a really nice, deep sip throughout the summer. Before adding additional, let the excess completely drain and wait until it is mostly dry.
It is better to water them very infrequently, if at all, during the winter when they go dormant.
Humidity
The plumeria plant prefers moderate to low humidity levels, which may surprise you.
If the air in your home is particularly dry, you can put a humidifier next to it to assist the air become more moist.
You don’t want to overdo it while misting or spraying them with water, so be careful. Droplets that are left on the leaves or branches for an extended period of time may decay.
Light Requirements
Plumerias require direct sunlight to blossom and flourish at their best; otherwise, they will become sparse and leggy. Put yours in a spot that gets direct sunlight if it’s outside. Otherwise, you’ll probably need to buy a grow light if it’s indoors all year.
Don’t expose it fully immediately away when you take it outside for the summer or it could burn. Instead, place it in the shadow for a few days before introducing it to a spot with full sun.
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