Potting Media for Plumeria Low-quality or substandard potting media is a major source of problems with plumeria grown in containers (and, really, any container-grown plants). Plumerias that are potted in substandard or old decomposed potting soil are weaker than healthy plants, so they’re more likely to drop leaves, turn yellow, attract pests and just generally […]
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Plant Structure and Their Functions
Anatomy and Morphology Plant Structure and Their Functions Cells Plants, like animals, consist of millions of individual cells. Both plant and animal cells contain a cell membrane, cytoplasm, nucleus, and other organelles. Plant cells differ from animal cells in that they have a stiff cell wall and a large vacuole for storing water and other […]
Gibberellic Acid for Fruit Set and Seed Germination
Gibberellic Acid for Fruit Set and Seed Germination CAUTION: Using Gibberellic Acid on Plumeria is risky and could cause damage or even kill your plant if used too strong or too often, so please proceed with caution. I used it to help increase branching at 150 and 200 ppm. I spray it on the donor […]
Germinating and Caring for Plumeria Seeds and Seedlings
Germinating and Caring for Plumeria Seeds and Seedlings At first glance, a seed appears to be just a small, simple thing. But hidden inside is the potential for a unique and wonderful plumeria that may take the world by storm. Inside each seed exists all of the genetic information needed for that plumeria to grow […]
Growing Medium – Soil
Growing Medium – Soil The first step to growing Plumeria is a good soil or potting mix! Growing plumeria involves a number of cultural inputs. Among these, perhaps the most important is the type of growing medium used. Due to the relatively shallow depth and limited volume of a container, growing media must be amended […]