Plumeria Symbolism in Hinduism and Buddhism
The first time I saw plumeria flowers scattered around a temple courtyard, I remember feeling like they belonged there. Their white and pink petals looked so peaceful against the stone steps, and the air carried that soft fragrance that makes you want to slow down and just breathe. It was in that moment that I […]
The Meaning of Plumeria in Hawaiian Culture
The very first time I saw a plumeria lei was in Hawaii, and honestly, I didn’t even know the flower’s name back then. All I remember is stepping into that warm island air and someone slipping a chain of soft, fragrant flowers around my neck. It felt like the whole place was saying, “welcome, you […]
Thrips on Plumeria: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
If you’ve got thrips on your plumeria it can be hard to get rid of them, but the good news is that they rarely cause significant damage to these tropical flowering plants. However, if you’ve found yourself with a significant infestation we’ve got all the tips about thrip causes, and how to treat and prevent […]
Spider Mite: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention
Plumeria are great tropical plants for the home, garden or greenhouse, but they have a whole range of pests that can cause lasting damage, and a spider mite infestation is one of the worst. The humble spider mite, uses the plants as a host for webs, reproduction, and water, making it essential to know exactly […]
Plumeria Scales: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
Scale insects will infest a plumeria plant stem before you know it, and treating scale on plumeria is never easy but we’ve gathered all of our experience and a few great tips to help to get rid of scale on plumeria quickly. The really big bonus? Getting rid of scale will improve the overall health […]
Mealybugs on Plumeria: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
Mealybugs are one of the most common plumeria pests, and one of the most common houseplant and tropical plants pests in general too. In this article, we’ll look at how to treat mealybugs on plumeria, as well as the root causes of these sap-sucking insects. Before we get started, let us reassure you that a […]
Grasshopper Damaging Plumeria: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
Grasshoppers are one of nature’s true wonders but they’re also voracious plant pests, so finding a grasshopper on plumeria plants that you’ve lovingly cared for might be more than a little frustrating. In this article, we will run through some of the best ways to prevent grasshoppers, and some of the possible control options that […]
Aphids on Plumeria: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
Aphids are one of the most common plant pests in the world so finding aphids on plumeria is as inevitable as the sun setting in the evening. At some point in your plumeria growing journey, these common plumeria pests are going to affect your plumeria, and sadly, it’s more likely on healthy plumeria plants. Even if you […]
Plumeria Sunburn: Causes, Treatment, & Prevention
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 […]
Plumeria Leaves Turning Yellow: Causes, Treatment & Prevention
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 […]