Deciduous Tree – Frangipani

Frangipani 

Botanical name: plumeria rubra ‘yellow’ 

Beginner friendly?: no 

Average size at maturity: can reach 7-26 ft in height with a 15-25 ft spread if grown in tropical or indoor environments 

Hardy zone: zones 10-12 

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 5-7 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: yellow 

Bloom time:  spring, summer 

Pruning instructions: prune during dormancy 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall months 

Landscape use: tropical landscaping, container plant 

Special features: long-lasting blooms, fragrant blooms, disease resistant 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : fertilize at the end of dormancy 

Best time to plant: spring, summer 

Best type of soil:  loam, sand 

Companion plants: bromeliads, crotons, crown of thorns 

Toxicity level: toxic for humans and pets if ingested 

Invasive species: no