Frangipani White Plumeria Rubra - 55-70Cm - pot size ⌀17Cm

Origin: Tropical Central and South America; popular as a temple tree and houseplant.

Leaves: Oval, glossy dark green leaves.

Growth: Can grow to approximately 1-3 metres indoors, and into a small tree outdoors; compact growth that tolerates pruning.

Flowering: Beautiful, multi-coloured (white) trumpet-shaped flowers with a sweet scent, blooms from spring to autumn.

Light: Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, with morning sun ideal; avoid bright midday sun in hot climates.

Water: Allow the soil to dry thoroughly between waterings. Water moderately during the growing season; water less during the dormant period.

Humidity: Average humidity is sufficient.

Temperature: Prefers 18-27°C; dislikes cold below 10°C; wintering indoors is recommended.

Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil; cactus or sand mixture is suitable.

Feeding: For profuse flowering use fertilizers with a high phosphorus content, fertilize every 2 to 4 weeks during the growing season.

Pruning: Spring pruning encourages branching and flowering; regular removal of old flowers improves new blooms.

Toxicity: Sap contains milky poison; use caution around children and pets.

Bonus: Known for its strong, intoxicating summer scent; cultural symbol of immortality; beautiful tropical ambiance in the home and garden.