Frangipani are usually very hard and not prone to the insects and diseases like some plants. Ordinairly I would believe it's a matter of poor drainage.
The yellow leaves usually indicate that.
The black spots I don't know.
Rust sometimes attacks the frangipani
http://www.frangipaniheaven.com/rust.htm...
Photo
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v517/f...
Common insect
Frangipani hawk moth
http://www.forestryimages.org/browse/sub...
Fact Sheet: Frangipani
http://www.abc.net.au/gardening/stories/...
I have a frangipani which leaves turn yellow and have black spot on them am i doing something wrong?
Frangipanis normally drop their leaves in the fall (they are deciduous). If you are in the southern hemisphere that would explain the leaf drop, which might be accompanied by some leaf spotting as the leaves senesce.
If you have a tree starting to sprout out new leaves for spring, and they are spotting and falling off, the plant could have gotten a touch of cold, or you may have salt build-up in the soil. Salt build up is most commonly caused by over- fertilizing, but can be caused, over time, by not watering thoroughly enough for water to run out of the drain holes in the bottom of the pot. This can be quickly corrected by watering the plant repeatedly (5 or 6 times) so that water flows freely out of the bottom of the pot several times. Good luck.
Monday, April 27, 2009
Frangipani Birthday Cake Pattern/Pictures?
I am wanting to make a birthday cake for a friend and she loves Frangipanis, so I am trying to find a pattern that i can use to cut it out from or pictures that i can use for ideas. Any help would be appreciated!
Frangipani Birthday Cake Pattern/Pictures?
Frangipani is a common name for a flower otherwise known as Plumeria. It is often called the Hawaiian Lei Flower. It's a 5 petal tube flower.
Here's pretty good picture off of google.
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...
Here's some more pix: http://paradiseflowers.com/
Gumpaste, marzipan and royal icing would probably all be good media in which to create them for a cake.
Frangipani Birthday Cake Pattern/Pictures?
Frangipani is a common name for a flower otherwise known as Plumeria. It is often called the Hawaiian Lei Flower. It's a 5 petal tube flower.
Here's pretty good picture off of google.
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...
Here's some more pix: http://paradiseflowers.com/
Gumpaste, marzipan and royal icing would probably all be good media in which to create them for a cake.
Can anyone recommend a good place to buy 10 evergreen frangipani trees? Maroochydore Australia.?
We are doing some landscaping and making a front garden for our new house in the Maroochydore shire which is in Queensland, Australlia. We prefer the frangipani plants to be delivered.
Can anyone recommend a good place to buy 10 evergreen frangipani trees? Maroochydore Australia.?
I know 2 places that would probably have the frangipanis you need. One is in Noosa and the other on the Gold Coast.
The Noosa place is called Plumerias of Noosa and the other place on the Gold Coast is DJ's way.
Their websites are www.wholesalefrangipanis.com and www.djsway.com.
Reply:You could just try your local nurseries in late spring. If they only stock small frangipani plants, ask them if they can get some big trees for you. They'll probably get them for about $100 each and sell them to you for $150. Expensive but it'll save you the hassle and time getting them yourself.
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Can anyone recommend a good place to buy 10 evergreen frangipani trees? Maroochydore Australia.?
I know 2 places that would probably have the frangipanis you need. One is in Noosa and the other on the Gold Coast.
The Noosa place is called Plumerias of Noosa and the other place on the Gold Coast is DJ's way.
Their websites are www.wholesalefrangipanis.com and www.djsway.com.
Reply:You could just try your local nurseries in late spring. If they only stock small frangipani plants, ask them if they can get some big trees for you. They'll probably get them for about $100 each and sell them to you for $150. Expensive but it'll save you the hassle and time getting them yourself.
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Where can I get frangipani license plate frames and custom made car covers from?
I am looking for frangipani license plate frames for queensland plates, and frangipani car seat covers suitable for side air bags. Does anyone know where I can get these from? I have looked but have no idea. Thanks so much
Where can I get frangipani license plate frames and custom made car covers from?
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Where can I get frangipani license plate frames and custom made car covers from?
go to= www.yourhotcar.com
How do I make my frangipani flower ?
I have two frangipani plants in pots which I moved from Brisbane to Sydney in July last year. They had no leaves at the time. They burst into leaves before Christmas but didn't flower. Is there something I need to do to get them to flower next season ?
How do I make my frangipani flower ?
Hi
Im from Sydney Northern Beaches and there are 2 very good nurseys here that will be able to help you out if you happen to live up this way. One is in Terry Hills and the other is in Warriwood.
Flower Power
22 MacPherson St,
WARRIEWOOD
(02) 9997 8244
TERREY HILLS
277 Mona Vale Rd,
TERREY HILLS
(02) 9486 3222
For now to take care of your Frangipani that in a pot is to water it deeply, but infrequently, let soil dry out somewhat before watering again.
Begin to reduce the frequency of watering in mid April, as the cool season approaches.
Stop watering after all the leaves have fallen and the plant has gone dormant. Resume watering in the spring as new growth begins.
Frangipani should be fed with a high nitrogen fertilizer beginning in spring when growth begins.
To encourage the most blooms a switch to a high phosphorous fertilizer in early November and fertilize every 2 to 3 weeks through the end of Febuary.
Reply:I too have a couple of Frangipani in pots that haven't blossomed since I took the cutting two years ago. Mine are just single stems and I read somewhere not so long ago that Frangipani will not bloom until they branch out and the article said not to cut them. Can't remember where I read this but it was whilst searching the internet for a solution to mine not flowering.
How do I make my frangipani flower ?
Hi
Im from Sydney Northern Beaches and there are 2 very good nurseys here that will be able to help you out if you happen to live up this way. One is in Terry Hills and the other is in Warriwood.
Flower Power
22 MacPherson St,
WARRIEWOOD
(02) 9997 8244
TERREY HILLS
277 Mona Vale Rd,
TERREY HILLS
(02) 9486 3222
For now to take care of your Frangipani that in a pot is to water it deeply, but infrequently, let soil dry out somewhat before watering again.
Begin to reduce the frequency of watering in mid April, as the cool season approaches.
Stop watering after all the leaves have fallen and the plant has gone dormant. Resume watering in the spring as new growth begins.
Frangipani should be fed with a high nitrogen fertilizer beginning in spring when growth begins.
To encourage the most blooms a switch to a high phosphorous fertilizer in early November and fertilize every 2 to 3 weeks through the end of Febuary.
Reply:I too have a couple of Frangipani in pots that haven't blossomed since I took the cutting two years ago. Mine are just single stems and I read somewhere not so long ago that Frangipani will not bloom until they branch out and the article said not to cut them. Can't remember where I read this but it was whilst searching the internet for a solution to mine not flowering.
How to Grow a Frangipani from a Cutting?
Hi!
I would like to grow a frangipani from a cutting. It is summer here in perth and all of the trees are in flower.
How big can the cutting be?
Do i need to dry it out?
Should it just be one stem or can it have a few branches extending off?
What kind of soil do i use (in a pot)?
Do i remove all of the leaves and flowers or just leave it alone?
How much water should i give it?
Thanks!
How to Grow a Frangipani from a Cutting?
My frangipani cuttings are usually between 30-80 centimetres long.
You need to dry it out for a few days.
It doesnt matter if it has one stem or several
Use a general purpose Aussie standard potting mix.
Leave the leaves on but take flowers off.
Water a little bit when you first put it in the soil, then water it 1-2 times a week.
Good luck!!
Reply:Plumeria's are a cinch to propagte. My son and I have grown many over the past three years. We always start with a 8-10 inch cutting and dip the cutting in Rootone, a hormonal powder that helps cuttings establish without rotting. We take the cuttings directly to the new pot and bury it about 3-4 inches deep in a good greenhouse quality potting soil. If there are leaves, they can be left-normal drying will cause the weaker ones to drop. Water thoroughly with tepid water until excess pours from the bottom of the pot. Water only after the soil has had a chance to dry completely. You should see new sprouts forming within a 2 week period. Keep it exposed to morning sunlight but shaded during the heat of the day. I have 2 plants that will go through the same propagation in the spring time. From one plant, I will get about 10-12 plants. I always cut them with one stalk. They will almost invariably form a tripod head. Good luck and remember not to let them stay wet. They should dry between waterings. Good luck.
I would like to grow a frangipani from a cutting. It is summer here in perth and all of the trees are in flower.
How big can the cutting be?
Do i need to dry it out?
Should it just be one stem or can it have a few branches extending off?
What kind of soil do i use (in a pot)?
Do i remove all of the leaves and flowers or just leave it alone?
How much water should i give it?
Thanks!
How to Grow a Frangipani from a Cutting?
My frangipani cuttings are usually between 30-80 centimetres long.
You need to dry it out for a few days.
It doesnt matter if it has one stem or several
Use a general purpose Aussie standard potting mix.
Leave the leaves on but take flowers off.
Water a little bit when you first put it in the soil, then water it 1-2 times a week.
Good luck!!
Reply:Plumeria's are a cinch to propagte. My son and I have grown many over the past three years. We always start with a 8-10 inch cutting and dip the cutting in Rootone, a hormonal powder that helps cuttings establish without rotting. We take the cuttings directly to the new pot and bury it about 3-4 inches deep in a good greenhouse quality potting soil. If there are leaves, they can be left-normal drying will cause the weaker ones to drop. Water thoroughly with tepid water until excess pours from the bottom of the pot. Water only after the soil has had a chance to dry completely. You should see new sprouts forming within a 2 week period. Keep it exposed to morning sunlight but shaded during the heat of the day. I have 2 plants that will go through the same propagation in the spring time. From one plant, I will get about 10-12 plants. I always cut them with one stalk. They will almost invariably form a tripod head. Good luck and remember not to let them stay wet. They should dry between waterings. Good luck.
Care and fertilizer for frangipani tree?
I have two frangipani trees that I have grown from cuttings, they were planted about 4 months ago and doing well. I have been watering them every two weeks I would like to know what sort of fertilizer to use on them or should I not worry about it? Ive heard they thrive on neglect. I live in a tropical climate in the north of Australia. Thanks any other tips are welcome
Care and fertilizer for frangipani tree?
Growing Frangipani
Posted by TheJacDanandJetShow QLD Australia
http://www.au.gardenweb.com/forums/load/...
I don't know about fragipani I live in Missouri USA. Too much cold weather here for the plant.
I included the link above, fragipani forum in Australia.
Something you have in common with others in your area.
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Care and fertilizer for frangipani tree?
Growing Frangipani
Posted by TheJacDanandJetShow QLD Australia
http://www.au.gardenweb.com/forums/load/...
I don't know about fragipani I live in Missouri USA. Too much cold weather here for the plant.
I included the link above, fragipani forum in Australia.
Something you have in common with others in your area.
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How long can a frangipani take to flower?
i bought my beautiful white singapore obtusa and a pink frangipani about 2 years ago, i have had the obtusa flower and its beautiful but the pink just sits there, it gets its leaves so i know its alive , but no flowers the same with my red one nothing whats going on?
How long can a frangipani take to flower?
http://www.plumeria101.com/
Reply:Are you feeding it?
How long can a frangipani take to flower?
http://www.plumeria101.com/
Reply:Are you feeding it?
Why do people put frangipani stickers on their cars?
I live in Melbourne, and it seems every day there are more and more people with these frangipani flower stickers all over their back windscreen? Why is this? How long has this been going on? Whats the purpose? Help, its frustrating me!! Thanks.
Why do people put frangipani stickers on their cars?
That is the same Question i asked myself, then again i said, why do people in the seventies where broad collar shirts and bell bottoms and platform shoes, or why in the 90's everyone got into dolphins and new age. just a weird passing i guess, but i still didn't answer your question, sorry about that.
Reply:They like it and think that it's cool and the more people that see it, the more that try it and the more you see and wonder what the heck it means. If you want a more specific answer try googling it or use wikipedia.
Reply:it's called a fad. it will be over in couple months.
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Why do people put frangipani stickers on their cars?
That is the same Question i asked myself, then again i said, why do people in the seventies where broad collar shirts and bell bottoms and platform shoes, or why in the 90's everyone got into dolphins and new age. just a weird passing i guess, but i still didn't answer your question, sorry about that.
Reply:They like it and think that it's cool and the more people that see it, the more that try it and the more you see and wonder what the heck it means. If you want a more specific answer try googling it or use wikipedia.
Reply:it's called a fad. it will be over in couple months.
Reply:4
Why do people put frangipani stickers on their cars?
I live in Melbourne, and it seems every day there are more and more people with these frangipani flower stickers all over their back windscreen? Why is this? How long has this been going on? Whats the purpose? Help, its frustrating me!! Thanks.
Why do people put frangipani stickers on their cars?
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Why do people put frangipani stickers on their cars?
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Oh my gosh, i am so seriously sick of Frangipani stickers on peoples cars....?
i have made it a game with my daughter to see who can count the most whenever we go out!
I just brought the best sticker ever...its a huge frangipani with a red circle around it and a line going thru it saying "no more frangipanis!"
...anyone else feel my pain?
answer yes or no as to wether or not you live in Queensland and have a frangipani sticker on YOUR car...
Oh my gosh, i am so seriously sick of Frangipani stickers on peoples cars....?
i was in queensland and there were millions of em they SUCK
Reply:ummmmmmmmmmm..........................ye...
Reply:no
what's Frangipani?
Reply:no
Reply:It seems like kind of an odd thing to get your panties in a twist over.
Reply:I searched it in google, you hate flowers?
Reply:i live in cali. and i see them every where lol.. they drive me and my friends crazy....
Reply:i have absolutely NO idea what you are talking about, but when everyone and his brother jumps on a fad, it can get old rather quickly. that i understand....
Reply:Yeh i know, they used to be pretty, but it's just over kill now, and it's not just on cars, it's EVERYWHERE. I feel ur pain.
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I just brought the best sticker ever...its a huge frangipani with a red circle around it and a line going thru it saying "no more frangipanis!"
...anyone else feel my pain?
answer yes or no as to wether or not you live in Queensland and have a frangipani sticker on YOUR car...
Oh my gosh, i am so seriously sick of Frangipani stickers on peoples cars....?
i was in queensland and there were millions of em they SUCK
Reply:ummmmmmmmmmm..........................ye...
Reply:no
what's Frangipani?
Reply:no
Reply:It seems like kind of an odd thing to get your panties in a twist over.
Reply:I searched it in google, you hate flowers?
Reply:i live in cali. and i see them every where lol.. they drive me and my friends crazy....
Reply:i have absolutely NO idea what you are talking about, but when everyone and his brother jumps on a fad, it can get old rather quickly. that i understand....
Reply:Yeh i know, they used to be pretty, but it's just over kill now, and it's not just on cars, it's EVERYWHERE. I feel ur pain.
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Poppy flower tattoo .. frangipani flower tattoo?
Does anyone have a tattoo of a poppy flower or frangipani flower.. ? pictures?
Poppy flower tattoo .. frangipani flower tattoo?
http://www.deviantart.com/deviation/6525...
http://www.deviantart.com/deviation/5166...
http://www.tattoodesigns.com.au/frangipa...
it's pretty hard to find those
Reply:i've wanted a poppy flower for a few years, I've even had my mom draw me a couple.
i would suggest looking for an actual picture of one of those flowers, or have someone you know draw it for you, that way it could be more stylized, and personal!
Reply:If you are wanting that for a tattoo, use google images and you can get print pictures there, take it into the tattoo parlor and have the artist come up with a design that you will like. I hope that this helped in answering your question.
Reply:http://tattoo.about.com/library/graphics...
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...
Poppy flower tattoo .. frangipani flower tattoo?
http://www.deviantart.com/deviation/6525...
http://www.deviantart.com/deviation/5166...
http://www.tattoodesigns.com.au/frangipa...
it's pretty hard to find those
Reply:i've wanted a poppy flower for a few years, I've even had my mom draw me a couple.
i would suggest looking for an actual picture of one of those flowers, or have someone you know draw it for you, that way it could be more stylized, and personal!
Reply:If you are wanting that for a tattoo, use google images and you can get print pictures there, take it into the tattoo parlor and have the artist come up with a design that you will like. I hope that this helped in answering your question.
Reply:http://tattoo.about.com/library/graphics...
http://images.google.com/imgres?imgurl=h...
Problem with FrangiPani Cuttings?
I have a healthy FrangiPani (white flower) in my yard from which I took 2-3 stems for transplanting elsewhere. New plants wilted and drooped immediately and now sport curled up, black leaves. Are they dead? Should I wait to see what happens? Is this transplant trauma or doomsday? HELP!
Problem with FrangiPani Cuttings?
you have to cut them strainght off the botton and let them sit for about 2 days to heal then plant in good soil i have a really nice one i started from a cutting my aunt gave me they like full sun so keep it in a sunny place and it should take off mine did janet from jacksonville fla janet3954@yahoo.com
Reply:Try again. Use Rootone and plant them in pots, put the pots in plastic zip type bags. When you see new leaves, you have roots. When they get rootbound transplant outside.
Strip off the lower leaves of your cutting and place them in clear containers of water. They should root in 1 - 2 weeks
Problem with FrangiPani Cuttings?
you have to cut them strainght off the botton and let them sit for about 2 days to heal then plant in good soil i have a really nice one i started from a cutting my aunt gave me they like full sun so keep it in a sunny place and it should take off mine did janet from jacksonville fla janet3954@yahoo.com
Reply:Try again. Use Rootone and plant them in pots, put the pots in plastic zip type bags. When you see new leaves, you have roots. When they get rootbound transplant outside.
Strip off the lower leaves of your cutting and place them in clear containers of water. They should root in 1 - 2 weeks
What ear does the Frangipani flower go behind to signify single?
I've been reading this book Frangipani by Celestine Vaite and in it somewhere she mentioned that in Tahiti you would wear the frangipani flower behind one ear to signify you're taken and the other to say you're looking/single. But I can't remember which ear was which. I've been Googling it for a while and I get mixed reports of what ear means what. The general consensus has been that right means you're single, but I wanted to be sure.
(Australia/New Zealand was the closest area available to the French Polynesian islands, that's why this question is here.)
What ear does the Frangipani flower go behind to signify single?
definetly right
it is also a prevelant custom in the torres straits, fiji, somoa not to mention all of polynesia..
Reply:The left is taken right is available.
(Australia/New Zealand was the closest area available to the French Polynesian islands, that's why this question is here.)
What ear does the Frangipani flower go behind to signify single?
definetly right
it is also a prevelant custom in the torres straits, fiji, somoa not to mention all of polynesia..
Reply:The left is taken right is available.
Growing Frangipani From Seed?
Does anyone have any ideas for growing Frangipani Seeds? I have been trying to grow some for a while now without success. They sprout out the bottom and that is as far as I get.
I have tried with combinations of Perlite/Sand and Potting Mix.
I live in NSW Australia if that effects anything.
Growing Frangipani From Seed?
Here are some tips for growing Frangipani from seeds:
Growing Medium:
Use a mixture of 60% Peat and 40% Perlite on silica sand. Or use a high quality soil-less mix. Asterile medium that retains moisture and provides good drainage is needed for best results
Sowing Preperation:
To jump-start the germination process, place the seeds in a moist, warm environment for 12 to 24 hours prior to sowing. An easy way to achieve this is to place the seeds between moistened paper towels in a 5cm deep glass baking dish, cover with plastic and place in a warm area 26 - 32*C if possible. After this the thicker end of the seed should be noticeably swollen.
Sowing Method:
Choose a planting container with at least 8 - 10cm deep. Fill with pre-moistened growing medium make a small hole and gently push seed 5mm vertically into medium, firm soil against side of the seed. The seeds wing should be sticking straight up. Cover container with a domed lid and place where it can maintain a temperature of 26 - 32*C and receive bright light but not full sun. DO NOT LET SOIL DRY OUT.
The seeds will take 7 to 30 days to germinate. Any signs of mold during the germination should be immediately treated with a fungicide.
Transplanting:
Once the seedling have developed their second set of true leaves they can be transplanted, begin feeding with a high nitrogen fertilizer and gradually move into stronger sunshine.
I am sure that you will get lovely Frangipani plants after folowwing these tips.
Good Luck.
Reply:I don't know . but maybe you would need bought ones as these would be coated with a fungicide. Frangipanis grow very easily from a cutting just take a nice straight branch and put straight into the soil. keep it watered until it gets established
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I have tried with combinations of Perlite/Sand and Potting Mix.
I live in NSW Australia if that effects anything.
Growing Frangipani From Seed?
Here are some tips for growing Frangipani from seeds:
Growing Medium:
Use a mixture of 60% Peat and 40% Perlite on silica sand. Or use a high quality soil-less mix. Asterile medium that retains moisture and provides good drainage is needed for best results
Sowing Preperation:
To jump-start the germination process, place the seeds in a moist, warm environment for 12 to 24 hours prior to sowing. An easy way to achieve this is to place the seeds between moistened paper towels in a 5cm deep glass baking dish, cover with plastic and place in a warm area 26 - 32*C if possible. After this the thicker end of the seed should be noticeably swollen.
Sowing Method:
Choose a planting container with at least 8 - 10cm deep. Fill with pre-moistened growing medium make a small hole and gently push seed 5mm vertically into medium, firm soil against side of the seed. The seeds wing should be sticking straight up. Cover container with a domed lid and place where it can maintain a temperature of 26 - 32*C and receive bright light but not full sun. DO NOT LET SOIL DRY OUT.
The seeds will take 7 to 30 days to germinate. Any signs of mold during the germination should be immediately treated with a fungicide.
Transplanting:
Once the seedling have developed their second set of true leaves they can be transplanted, begin feeding with a high nitrogen fertilizer and gradually move into stronger sunshine.
I am sure that you will get lovely Frangipani plants after folowwing these tips.
Good Luck.
Reply:I don't know . but maybe you would need bought ones as these would be coated with a fungicide. Frangipanis grow very easily from a cutting just take a nice straight branch and put straight into the soil. keep it watered until it gets established
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Are frangipani insect pollinated or not.?
what kind of pollination occurs in a frangipani.scientific name Plumeria acutifolia
Are frangipani insect pollinated or not.?
Search on the plant sites and make it official references and maybe U.S pharmacopea
Reply:Sphinx moths
Reply:flowers kind-of tubular, white and fragrant [usually] = classical moth pollination. It is highly unlikely that this kind of flower would be pollinated by an animal and impossible that it could be wind-pollinated.
Are frangipani insect pollinated or not.?
Search on the plant sites and make it official references and maybe U.S pharmacopea
Reply:Sphinx moths
Reply:flowers kind-of tubular, white and fragrant [usually] = classical moth pollination. It is highly unlikely that this kind of flower would be pollinated by an animal and impossible that it could be wind-pollinated.
Frangipani and root rot?
I have a frangipani, about 10-12 yrs old and has done quite well in the past but it seems to be dying of root rot does anyone know how to heal this?
Frangipani and root rot?
Is your frangipani on a bit of a hill or mound? If not, you could consider transplanting to a higher spot in your yard or digging a trench aroung the base of it that entends down near the roots and filling that with peat moss, mulch and/or rocks to help with drainage. You should also check to see that there are no old roots left from previous plants as they can contribute to molds. If they are present, clear then away as best as possible and let the area air out before refilling. In the future check an area for those leftover root systems and clean them out before planting. I hope that helps. Good luck!
Reply:Such a pretty plant!
From:
http://www.garden.org/plantguide/?q=show...
"Care
Plumerias require at least 1 inch of rain (or equivalent watering) each week. More water may be required for plumerias growing in containers, but don't overwater or the trunks will rot. Feed plants twice a month during the growing season with a high phosphorous fertilizer. Plumerias normally require little pruning, but any shaping should be done in spring. Plumerias are sensitive to cold and should be protected when temperatures dip into the 40Fs. Check periodically for pests such as spider mites, white flies, and mealybugs. Use a horticultural oil or insecticidal soap to control these pests."
Frangipani and root rot?
Is your frangipani on a bit of a hill or mound? If not, you could consider transplanting to a higher spot in your yard or digging a trench aroung the base of it that entends down near the roots and filling that with peat moss, mulch and/or rocks to help with drainage. You should also check to see that there are no old roots left from previous plants as they can contribute to molds. If they are present, clear then away as best as possible and let the area air out before refilling. In the future check an area for those leftover root systems and clean them out before planting. I hope that helps. Good luck!
Reply:Such a pretty plant!
From:
http://www.garden.org/plantguide/?q=show...
"Care
Plumerias require at least 1 inch of rain (or equivalent watering) each week. More water may be required for plumerias growing in containers, but don't overwater or the trunks will rot. Feed plants twice a month during the growing season with a high phosphorous fertilizer. Plumerias normally require little pruning, but any shaping should be done in spring. Plumerias are sensitive to cold and should be protected when temperatures dip into the 40Fs. Check periodically for pests such as spider mites, white flies, and mealybugs. Use a horticultural oil or insecticidal soap to control these pests."
Frangipani seeds?
Is it true that when you plant seeds from a frangipani, you may not get a tree the with the same coloured flowers as the one the seeds came from, if this is correct could someone please explain to me why. I have seeds from a blood red one that I wish to grow, I was also lucky enough to get 45 cuttings also.
Frangipani seeds?
It is true. The reason for this is that if the tree is in the vicinity of a frangipani with a different coloured flower they may be cross-pollinated. If the tree from which your seeds were harvested, is in an area where the majority or all the trees have blood red flowers your chances of getting just red flowered trees from those seeds are very high. Good luck.
Reply:Good question. I have never even seen seeds from a Plumeria(where I am no one calls them Frangipani). Usually the flower stem just falls off after flowering. I think cuttings are the best way to propagate them. And they do well from cuttings.
Okay, I just found a seller in Australia selling seeds. So, I guess you can get seed from them. They say they are true to seed. So, there ya go. Try both :-) Good luck.
Reply:yes, it is true. seeds are required to have diversity i.e. different from mother plant. how do u think so many colours have come from. the plant derived from cuttings(vegetative propagation) is usually same as the mother. you are definately lucky to have seeds, are they on the tree in pods? if so put a tread around so they dont fly off from the pod. the seeds sown will take some time to grow and flower for u to know which colour it is. you might be lucky enough to have a totally different variety with a beautiful colour.
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Frangipani seeds?
It is true. The reason for this is that if the tree is in the vicinity of a frangipani with a different coloured flower they may be cross-pollinated. If the tree from which your seeds were harvested, is in an area where the majority or all the trees have blood red flowers your chances of getting just red flowered trees from those seeds are very high. Good luck.
Reply:Good question. I have never even seen seeds from a Plumeria(where I am no one calls them Frangipani). Usually the flower stem just falls off after flowering. I think cuttings are the best way to propagate them. And they do well from cuttings.
Okay, I just found a seller in Australia selling seeds. So, I guess you can get seed from them. They say they are true to seed. So, there ya go. Try both :-) Good luck.
Reply:yes, it is true. seeds are required to have diversity i.e. different from mother plant. how do u think so many colours have come from. the plant derived from cuttings(vegetative propagation) is usually same as the mother. you are definately lucky to have seeds, are they on the tree in pods? if so put a tread around so they dont fly off from the pod. the seeds sown will take some time to grow and flower for u to know which colour it is. you might be lucky enough to have a totally different variety with a beautiful colour.
shrirammullick@yahoo.co.in
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