Plumeria rubra

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep warm and moist

Other: Keep seeds and plants always above 70 degrees Fahrenheit.|The seed usually germinates in 2 - 4 weeks.

Plumeria rubraPlumeria rubra

Frangipani, Mexican Plumeria

Plumeria rubra

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, keep warm and moist

Other: Keep seeds and plants always above 70 degrees Fahrenheit.|The seed usually germinates in 2 - 4 weeks.

Discover the mesmerizing charm of Plumeria rubra (Frangipani), a much-loved deciduous tree known for its enchanting, highly fragrant, spiral-shaped flowers. Featuring vibrant pink to red hues with a yellow center, these flowers bloom almost all year in tropical regions. This vase-shaped tree is framed by leathery, dark green leaves and is perfect as a freestanding specimen, patio tree or part of a mixed shrub border. In colder regions where temperatures drop below 50ºF, the tree sheds its leaves, revealing its unique coarse-textured branches. Not only is Frangipani deemed a top choice among tropical flowers, it has also received the prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society. This resilient plant thrives best in rich, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils with full sun exposure, and is both salt and drought tolerant. Although slightly poisonous if ingested, its captivating beauty and wonderful scent, often utilized in leis or worn in the hair, make it an ideal addition to your garden. Despite its susceptibility to freezing temperatures, Frangipani can be grown in containers in cooler climates and moved indoors during winter.