Welcome to the Plumeria Cultivation & Planting Guide. This is your definitive starting point for turning rooted cuttings, seedlings, or mature specimens into thriving, bloom-laden trees. Inside, you’ll learn how to choose the ideal micro-climate. You will craft well-draining soil mixes. Mastering container-versus-in-ground decisions is also included. You will time each planting task to your growing zone. Step-by-step instructions guide each aspect of planting. Troubleshooting checkpoints help resolve common issues. Nutrition tips based on science ensure your plumeria has strong roots, vigorous growth, and abundant flowers. Whether you garden on a balcony or use raised beds, this guide offers decades of practical experience. It is also helpful if you maintain a full grove. It turns that knowledge into practical, easy-to-follow advice. The guide empowers beginners and seasoned collectors alike to cultivate with confidence.
New Releases from Florida Colors Nursery
New Releases from Florida Colors Nursery
Be among the first to grow their freshest, most exciting plumeria seedlings
Florida Colors Nursery continues to impress with its cutting-edge hybridization programs. Their new releases represent unique color blends, compelling fragrances, and growth habits refined through years of selective breeding. Here’s a detailed look at the standout additions to their 2025 lineup:
Avalon FCN
- Color & Flower: 3½″ vibrant orange blooms with a darker orange center
- Fragrance: Sweet and inviting
- Growth Habit: Medium (~12–24″/year), with consistent blooming
- Why It’s Exciting: A 2021 introduction that shows excellent vigor and bloom consistency, Florida Colors Plumeria.
Carol’s Orange Marmalade FCN
- Color & Flower: Bright orange, 3″ flowers
- Fragrance: Sweet
- Growth Habit: Compact (6–12″/year); reliable bloomer
- Why It’s Noteworthy: A 2022 seedling offering an intense, vibrant orange and compact habit—ideal for small spaces, Florida Colors Plumeria
Chloe FCN and Colleen FCN
- Color & Flower: Rainbow-colored blooms (~3–3½″)
- Fragrance: Classic plumeria scent
- Growth Habit: Chloe is medium, Colleen is compact
- Why They Shine: Both are unique 2021 hybrids showing vibrant color blends and strong bloom habits, Florida Colors Plumeria.
Cosmic Fire FCN
- Color & Flower: Radiant pink, ~3″ blooms
- Fragrance: Rose-like
- Growth Habit: Medium with good flowering ability
- Why It Stands Out: A 2022 original rose-scented seedling featuring bold color and fragrance
Dino FCN, Ferrari FCN, Guinevere FCN
- Dino FCN: Multi-colored with a floral scent; medium habit
- Ferrari FCN: 3″ crimson flowers with gold veining, sweet fragrance, compact
- Guinevere FCN: 3½″ multi-colored blooms with orange throats, sweet fragrance, medium habit
- Why They’re Exceptional: All 2022 seedlings displaying bold color patterns, noticeable scents, and reliable growth. Ferrari and Guinevere feature especially striking petal contrast, Florida Colors Plumeria.
Happy Birthday FCN, Holey Moley FCN, Imagination FCN*
- Happy Birthday FCN: Sweet‑scented pink, 3″; medium-growth
- Holey Moley FCN: Red 3″ blooms with a sweet smell, compact
- Imagination (FCN Carnaval): 3½″ pink rainbow blooms with coconut aroma, Florida Colors Plumeria
- Why They’re Special: All debuted in 2022 from the Super Round lineage—retaining strong color, scent, and grower appeal
King Arthur FCN, Merlin FCN, Merlot FCN, Stormy FCN
- King Arthur FCN: 3″ red-white with fiery orange center, spicy fragrance
- Merlin FCN: Multi-colored, spicy fragrance, medium habit
- Merlot FCN: Multi-colored with unique fragrance, compact
- Stormy FCN: 3″ multi-colored with sweet scent, compact habit
- Why They Stand Out: Bold aesthetics and impressive form, all introduced in 2021–2022—ideal for collectors seeking statement varieties. Florida Colors Plumeria.
Why These Are Worth Growing
These introductions exemplify Florida Colors Nursery’s cutting‑edge breeding:
- Originality: Many are exclusive FCN seedling introductions not available elsewhere.
- Color Innovation: Bold, complex color blends and striking contrasts.
- Performance: Selected for consistent blooming, fragrance, and manageable growth habits.
- Collectability: Several are limited-run or compact, perfect for collectors or gardeners with space constraints.
Tips for Growing New FCN Seedlings
- Acclimate Gradually: 2021–22 seedlings benefit from a few seasons of acclimation under full sun.
- Use Balanced Nutrition: Pair with Excalibur VI/IX slow-release fertilizer for steady health, and consider Excalibur Boost during bloom seasons.
- Label & Track: These unique genetics deserve careful tagging and documentation in your garden journal.
- Start in Containers: Most grow to medium size—pots make adjusting location easier, especially for overwintering.
Where to Buy & Engage
- Florida Colors Nursery Website: Offers full access to these new releases with detailed descriptions and pricing, including Florida Colors Plumeria.
- Annual Open House (May 3, 2025): Feature on mature sales, rare stock, and expert insights, Florida Colors Plumeria
Conclusion
If you’re looking to elevate your plumeria collection with vibrant new genetics, these 2021–22 FCN seedlings are hard to beat. With diverse colors, fragrances, and growing habits, there’s something here for every gardener and collector. Keep an eye on availability—several of these varieties are in limited supply and likely to sell out quickly.