Most Plumeria growers panic the first time they see the stem turning soft or the roots looking dark. I’ve been through this myself, staring at the plant thinking, is this crown rot, root rot, or something else entirely? Both problems look similar in the beginning, but the way you fix them is completely different. If … Read more
I have had moments when I walked out to check on my plumeria and almost panicked after seeing the leaves scattered all over the soil. It feels like something terrible has happened, but the truth is that leaf fall in plumeria is not always a reason to worry. In many cases, it is the plant’s … Read more
Seeing your plumeria lose its color and life can feel heartbreaking. Those beautiful leaves start to droop, the stems soften, and the flowers stop blooming. It feels like all your effort went to waste, but trust me, most plumerias can still be saved. These tropical plants are much stronger than they seem. Even when they … Read more
Noticing that your plumeria leaves have turned a scorched orange, almost like they have been exposed to the sun for too long? Don’t fret – it’s likely that you’ve just experienced plumeria sunburn. Characteristically, any plant exposed to too much sunlight can suffer from sun damage, and plumeria is no different! Don’t worry overly much … Read more
Finding out why your plumeria leaves are turning yellow can be a frustrating, and seemingly endless cycle as there are dozens of causes. In this article, we’ve pulled together every potential cause of yellow leaves in plumeria, including treatment and prevention plans for each. All about plumeria & their natural cycle Plumerias, commonly known as … Read more
Plumerias are resilient plants, and most of their issues are caused by over-watering or over-feeding. While they require regular support, giving them too much of anything can cause problems, with one of the worst being plumeria stem rot. Stem rot occurs when the plants are too wet, too humid, or attacks by common plumeria pests … Read more
Plumeria Rust is one of the most common, and most damaging problems faced by plumeria growers around the world. The strain of rust fungus is specific to Plumeria trees, and while it’s easy to treat, can be devastating if spotted too late. Plumeria, or Frangipani, are grown for their fragrant flowers and bring a touch … Read more
Plumeria leaves curling can be a sign of overwatering, but in most cases, it happens through no fault of the plumeria carer and should really be referred to as plumeria leaf stress more widely. The treatment of leaf curl in plumeria plants is really more about general care and prevention and keeping a close eye … Read more
Black Tip fungus is one of the most common diseases for both small plumeria and mature plumeria. The black mold produced by this fungal disease rarely kills plants but can be fatal for plumeria cuttings. In this article I want to explore some of the best ways to ensure your pants don’t suffer at the … Read more