Plumeria Seeds is a comprehensive guide that provides valuable information on growing plumeria seeds from germination to blooming. There are three main reasons for growing plumeria seeds.

1) For rootstock to use for grafting
2) to produce new cultivars
3) just for the fun of it

“I have been growing plumeria from seeds for 15 years in Texas and the past 10x years in Florida. It is a very enjoyable and relaxing experience for me. The excitement, anticipation, and feeling of accomplishment are some rewards, but the best reward is the feeling I get when a seedling blooms for the first time, especially when it is an exceptional flower. I encourage everyone to give it a try.”

This website shares my experiences and preferred methods to help others grow plumeria from seed to bloom while providing a logical understanding of the method.

I will share information about pollination, seedpods, germination, and the initial transplanting process on this website.

Various effective methods are used globally for growing plumeria from seed, which can be adapted to suit the grower’s environment and growing conditions. It is important to take into account your specific environment and growing conditions. Not covering specific growing methods doesn’t necessarily mean they are bad. What specific methods for growing plumeria seeds are recommended by the author?

How long does it typically take for a plumeria seedling to bloom? 

If you plan to grow plumeria from seeds, selecting ones that match your ultimate goals is crucial. You may also want to try out some new varieties, but don’t keep changing year after year. If available, it’s essential to gather information about the seeds’ lineage, including their parents and grandparents.

I have been keeping detailed records of the ongoing 2018 projects in Plumeria Seeds and detailed photos. Since 2014, I have learned to keep more detailed records every year. As time permits, I will also provide information about previous years. Depending on the required rootstock, I usually plant between 2 and 5 thousand seeds yearly. Around 1000 of these seeds are planted to grow new cultivars and for experimentation. It takes a lot of care and space to grow a seedling. You may have to keep seedlings for several years before deciding if they are worth keeping. Therefore, it’s essential to consider how many seedlings you can take care of over the years.

The projects in 2018 include seed selection, viability testing, seed preparation, planting, fertilizing, transplanting, watering, and soil management, among other things, until the plants bloom. One project focuses on parent selection for 2019 seed projects.

“I enjoy trying out various products and methods to find what works best for me in South Florida’s Zone 10b. My successes and failures have given me valuable insights, and I hope to share this useful information with you through this site. Learn from my experiences, both good and bad, and discover what works for you.”

Note: Each plumeria is a seedling of its parents and referred to as such until it blooms on Plumeria Seeds.

To give you an idea of what my plans are, check out…A guide to help grow plumeria seeds and visit Florida Colors Nursery for products I use to grow my seedlings.

For more detailed information on caring for all plumeria, visit the Ultimate Plumeria Care Guide.