How Does a Plumeria Reproduce?
Seeds Plumeria can grow from seeds. Some species of plumeria create seed pods in abundance, others do not. It takes approximately 8 months for a seed pod to mature. Growing plants from seeds can present some drawbacks. The seedlings do not guarantee the new plant will have the same flower color as the parent plant and they typically do not produce blooms for 3 or 4 years. Cuttings To ensure a rapidly blooming plant that has the same flower color as the parent is by cuttings. You can cut a stalk from the parent plant with a sharp knife. Once you have a cutting, give it about 10 days to callous before you pot it in some good soil. Be sure to dip the cut end in a root stimulator and keep the soil moist. If the soil is too wet, the cutting will rot, so be cautious of the soil’s moisture content. Some say to not even water during rooting, but a slight amount of moisture is acceptable. Rooting takes from 4 to 6 weeks. Use a good potting soil or perlite. Plant the 12- to 16-inch stalk about 3
