Plumeria Planting Instructions for New Customers

Plumeria Care

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Watering

Plumerias should be watered when their soil is completely dry. Use a moisture meter to ensure that the soil is completely dry at root level, not just at the surface. The reason being, plants in containers dry from the top down. When you water your Plumeria, give it a heavy soak. Depending on the area in which you live, you may have to water more or less often based on the local climatic conditions. Using a moisture meter is proven to be the best guide in determining when to water a plant. Once you have soaked your plant do not water again until it is completely dry. Never over-water your Plumerias. No water is usually required during the months of December through mid-February. Water no more than 1 to 2 cups a month if necessary. Begin watering again after mid-February.

Fertilizing

Fertilize your Plumerias with a high phosphorous fertilizer March through November. We recommend using a 10-52-10 fertilizer.

Environment

Plumerias require full sun, but provide filtered sunlight in desert areas. Plumerias can easily acclimate to any environment. They do better in containers that provide excellent drainage. Plumerias can be planted in the ground once they reach 4 ft. in height.

Dormant Season

Plumerias go dormant around mid-November through March. The plant will lose it’s leaves and flower stalks. Once the plant enters dormancy, there is no need to water or fertilize. Place your plant under an eave or patio to protect it from the rainy winter weather. If you live where frost is a problem, move your Plumerias indoors or cover with a frost blanket. Do not set the frost blanket directly on the plant. You can use a stake to prop the blanket in a manner that will keep it off the Plumeria.

Transplanting

All transplanting should be done in May for best results using a cactus mix. Transplant your Plumerias when the soil is completely dry to enable getting most of the existing root. The more of the roots you keep intact, the better. Once you have transplanted your Plumeria, give it a good soak.

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