Humidity & Plumeria: Facts vs. Fiction Separating Myth from Reality About How Moisture in the Air Affects Your Plants Humidity plays a big role in the health and performance of plumeria, yet it’s often misunderstood. Some growers fear humidity will cause rot, while others assume it’s essential for tropical growth. The truth is more nuanced: […]

Feeding Frequency Myths Debunked The Truth About How Often to Fertilize Plumeria for Healthy Growth and Flowering How often should you fertilize plumeria? It’s one of the most frequently asked—and most misunderstood—questions in the plumeria-growing community. Some sources say to feed every week, others suggest every two months, and still others claim once a year […]

Overwintering: What Really Works Proven Strategies to Protect Plumeria During Dormancy Indoors and Outdoors Overwintering plumeria is a seasonal necessity for growers in any region that experiences cold snaps, frost, or extended low temperatures. While plumeria are tropical in nature, they are highly adaptable—if you know how to manage their dormancy needs, temperature thresholds, and […]

Sunburn vs. Frostbite: Identifying Damage in Plumeria How to Recognize, Treat, and Prevent Two Opposite Forms of Environmental Stress Plumeria are sun-loving, heat-tolerant tropical plants—but even they have their limits. When exposed to extreme sunlight or freezing temperatures, plumeria may suffer tissue damage that looks similar at first glance—wilted, discolored, or dropping leaves. However, sunburn […]

Root Bound Misconceptions What Plumeria Growers Often Get Wrong About Root Binding—And What to Do Instead “Is my plumeria root bound?” It’s a question that comes up frequently among both new and experienced growers. Unfortunately, it’s also a concept surrounded by misconceptions, especially when it comes to container-grown plumeria. Many believe root bound plants are […]