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How to Plant a Plumeria Tree
How to Plant a Plumeria Tree. Plumeria, commonly called frangipani, is a tropical tree with small, white, highly scented flowers. Growing up to 30 feet tall, this tree can also be pruned back to a midsize shrub. Plant plumeria as a specimen tree in the landscape near a patio or pathway where the floral perfume will enhance the area. Plumeria enjoys...
Plumeria, commonly called frangipani, is a tropical tree with small, white, highly scented flowers. Growing up to 30 feet tall, this tree can also be pruned back to a midsize shrub. Plant plumeria as a specimen tree in the landscape near a patio or pathway where the floral perfume will enhance the area. Plumeria enjoys full sun and slightly acidic well-draining soil. Planting a plumeria tree right is the first step in growing a healthy landscape plant.
Things You'll Need
Shovel
Shears
Dig out a planting hole that is twice as large and as deep as the nursery pot your plumeria tree is in.
Slide the plumeria out of the nursery pot. If it is in plastic, cut the plastic away from the root-ball with a pair of sharp shears.
Rub your hands over the outside of the root-ball to rough up the soil. Prune away any roots that are twisted back on themselves and cut any roots that look rotted or diseased.
Lower the root-ball into the planting hole. Make sure the base of the stem is level with the surrounding soil. Add soil or remove it from under the root-ball as necessary until the plumeria tree is resting at the correct height in the hole.
Backfill the planting hole by pushing the soil back in around the root-ball. Add a few handfuls at a time and pat it down as you go.
Press down the soil with the flat of your hands all around the base of the plumeria trunk. Soak the area around the root-ball until the soil is thoroughly and evenly damp.
Tips & Warnings
Plant plumeria in early morning or evening when the weather is cool.
The plumeria sap is poisonous. Wear gloves and protective clothing to prevent skin irritation.
