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Basic Plant Care

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POTTING MEDIUM

Plumerias need very good drainage. Use a good draining soil with Redwood or other compost. Bandini Redwood Soil Builder mixed with Pumice will give good results. Other good soil mixes are Soil Prep Potting Soil or Lomex. I have found Plumerias will grow in poor soils and still produce an acceptable plant. If your soil drainage is poor, plant your Plumeria in a raised planter bed with a good draining mix.

EXPOSURE

Plumerias like full sun. Some Plumerias will not bloom if they do not have sufficient sun light. For good blooming, 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight is needed.

INSECTS

• Aphids cause leaves to curl. 1 tablespoon of Malathion to a gallon of water will control the aphids. More than one application may be required. Spray under the leaves.
  
• Mites will cause spotting on the leaves. Check with your local garden center for control products.
  
• Whitefly can be controlled with a strong stream of water. A small amount of dish soap in water will also do a good job of controlling whitefly.

If you use a chemical to control any insects read the CAUTION statement on the label and:

Always follow the directions on the container!