How Do You Start Plumeria Cuttings?
Plumeria trees are well-known for the fragrant and colorful flowers they produce. Typically grown in subtropical and tropical settings, plumeria is hardy to zone 9. A plumeria tree can be started either from seeds or cuttings; cuttings grow faster and have a higher success rate. Spring is the best time of year to plant plumeria cuttings. Prepare the soil mix by mixing two parts perlite with one part peat or potting soil. Fill the 1-gal. pot with this prepared mix, making sure to leave 1 inch of space between the top of the soil mix and the rim of the pot. Mark the cutting 3 inches from the bottom. Use the mark as a guide for how far the cutting should be inserted into the soil mix. Dip the bottom of the cutting once into the water and then once into the rooting hormone. Insert the cutting into the soil mix until the mark is even with the top of the mix. Press down on the soil mix until it is firmly holding the cutting and add more mix if necessary. Add a layer of pea gravel to the pot.
