Plumerias for Lovers Paperback – February 8, 2025

Plumerias for Lovers is a resource that caters to both novice and experienced plumeria parents. It offers valuable information, eliminating the guesswork and surprises of growing plumerias. Each Chapter in this book will allow you to jump right in to address whatever your plumeria needs are. It's easy to read, with pictures, illustrations, and, most importantly, explanations of how to get hands-on experience. Each Chapter has a section called How I Do It, in which I describe how I treat, care for, and grow my plumerias—which I hope will remove any doubts, fear, or mystery about how to care for yours. I will also share my mistakes so you can avoid making the same ones and the lessons I've learned so you can follow my lead.Plumerias for Lovers is a must-read for plumeria lovers worldwide, especially those starting their relationships with plumerias. Plumerias for Lovers walks you through the care and life of a plumeria. Here, you will see behind the curtain and learn the steps involved in growing, caring for, and propagating plumerias. You will learn the different stages of growth and how to take care of your plumeria during each season.In Plumerias for Lovers, no one chapter is more valuable than the next. Each Chapter has information to help you become the best plumeria parent you can be. We began with a brief review of the different types of plumerias, their countries of origin, and most importantly, the flowers each one offers. I then discuss proper soil care, how to triage a plumeria back to health, and the importance of soil and fertilizer. With a thriving plumeria, learning techniques for repotting or transplanting is crucial. We learned how to grow a plumeria from a branch or cutting, and the final chapters focus on helping you understand the importance of adequately staking your plumeria, how to fight against bugs and fungus, and how to prepare your plumeria for winter, all vital factors to in keeping your plumeria alive. Read more