The Propagation and Rooting Guide offers step-by-step instructions for successfully propagating plumeria through cuttings, grafting, and seed starting, providing proven techniques to ensure healthy root development and strong, thriving plants.
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Are there any Plumeria varieties that are self-sterile?
Yes, some Plumeria varieties are self-sterile, meaning they cannot successfully self-pollinate and produce seeds. Self-sterile varieties require cross-pollination with a different Plumeria plant to achieve fertilization and seed formation. The inability to self-pollinate promotes genetic diversity within the species and encourages outcrossing with other Plumeria varieties or species. As a result, cross-pollination is essential for successful seed production in self-sterile Plumeria varieties.