The Plumeria Fertilizer and Nutrition Guide offers comprehensive advice on how to properly feed plumeria to achieve optimal growth and vibrant blooms. This guide covers the critical aspects of plumeria nutrition, including how to select the right fertilizers based on your plant’s specific needs, balance essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, and manage soil pH to enhance nutrient uptake. It also explores the use of supplements and soil additives to support sustained health and vitality, ensuring your plumeria remains strong and healthy throughout the year. Whether you’re aiming to boost growth during the active season or enhance blooming, this guide provides the essential information to tailor your fertilization practices for the best results.
Water-Soluble Liquid Fertilizer Mixing Charts for Plumeria
Water-Soluble Liquid Fertilizer Mixing Charts for Plumeria
This guide provides general mixing instructions for common organic and natural water-soluble or liquid fertilizers used in plumeria care. Always follow product label recommendations when available, and adjust based on plant age, container size, and growth stage.
General Mixing Chart (Per Gallon of Water)
Product Type | Recommended Rate | Use Case | Application Frequency |
Fish Emulsion (e.g., 5-1-1) | 1–2 tbsp | Vegetative growth / mild feeding | Every 2–3 weeks |
Liquid Kelp / Seaweed | 1–2 tbsp | Bud formation / flower support | Every 10–14 days |
Compost Tea | 2–4 cups (undiluted) | Microbial drench / foliage tonic | Every 2–3 weeks |
Molasses (unsulfured) | 1 tsp–1 tbsp | Microbe stimulant (with tea or kelp) | Every 2–4 weeks |
Liquid Bloom Booster (e.g., 2-3-2) | 1 tbsp | During active flowering | Every 10–14 days |
Epsom Salt (Magnesium Sulfate) | 1–2 tsp | Correct yellowing / boost green | Monthly or as needed |
Dilution Reference Guide
Measurement | Teaspoons (tsp) | Tablespoons (tbsp) |
1/2 tsp | 0.5 | 0.17 |
1 tsp | 1 | 0.33 |
1 tbsp | 3 | 1 |
2 tbsp | 6 | 2 |
1/4 cup | 12 | 4 |
1/2 cup | 24 | 8 |