Plumeria rubra Hawaiian Opal Pink ('Php2016') (PBR)
frangipani
This much-loved deciduous shrub is a common sight in warmer countries, but here in the UK, it is possible to grow it as house plants in bright cool rooms or unheated conservatories. The thick fleshy branches create a distinctive silhouette - even when they have shed their large green leaves in the winter. It's for the scented pink or yellow-tinted flowers however that this plant is so sought after.
When grown in ideal conditions, these appear in clusters near the tips of the stems, filling your room with their sweet perfume. Plants may not be sent out in flower. Stems may have natural brown markings as they mature.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
When grown in ideal conditions, these appear in clusters near the tips of the stems, filling your room with their sweet perfume. Plants may not be sent out in flower. Stems may have natural brown markings as they mature.
Please note that the pot in the photograph is not supplied with the plant (which is sent out in a simple nursery alternative), but we have a wide and wonderful range on our website to choose from.
How to care for Plumeria rubra Hawaiian Opal Pink ('Php2016') (PBR):
Plant fragipani in a free-draining compost in a sunny, warm position, ideally in a large pot where it can be moved to a frost-free greenhouse, conservatory or bright indoor space during winter.
It enjoys plenty of sunlight and warmth, which encourages strong growth and its beautifully scented flowers. During the warmer months, water well and allow excess moisture to drain freely, as it dislikes sitting in wet compost. Feed monthly through the growing season with a balanced liquid fertiliser and mist the leaves occasionally to help maintain humidity.
Repot every couple of years in spring into a slightly larger container to refresh the compost and support healthy growth. Reduce watering significantly during winter when the plant naturally rests, keeping the compost only lightly in spring to remove any damaged growth or to maintain a manageable size, although heavy pruning is rarely needed.
It enjoys plenty of sunlight and warmth, which encourages strong growth and its beautifully scented flowers. During the warmer months, water well and allow excess moisture to drain freely, as it dislikes sitting in wet compost. Feed monthly through the growing season with a balanced liquid fertiliser and mist the leaves occasionally to help maintain humidity.
Repot every couple of years in spring into a slightly larger container to refresh the compost and support healthy growth. Reduce watering significantly during winter when the plant naturally rests, keeping the compost only lightly in spring to remove any damaged growth or to maintain a manageable size, although heavy pruning is rarely needed.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
2m
Eventual spread:
2m
Position:
Bright, indirect light
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Peat-free general-purpose compost
Hardiness:
Frost tender
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin/eye irritant
