Hi everyone!

I have read that most gardeners suggest transplanting plumeria in the spring, as they are coming out of dormancy, but can I plant a plumeria from a pot into the ground now? I live in Southern California. 10b Do I have to wait until next spring? The tree is currently flowering.

Also, is there a good sticky on planting plumeria seeds? In the summer? Do I need to shade them? I didn't have much luck a few yaers ago, only got 2 to grow to about a foot, its been 3 years and still haven't flowered. 3 of my trees had seed pods this past year and one finally opening a couple of weeks ago.

Thank you!

Anybody?

I have never transplanted directly into the ground but have re potted many plants with flowers on them even later in the season then this. In Zone 10b the season can last till end of October or longer as you know. I don't see why you couldn't do it now.😎

In the Spring, the roots are less likely to suffer from shock when lifted out of the pot. Just be careful.

Gimmiesomewater said:I have never transplanted directly into the ground but have re potted many plants with flowers on them even later in the season then this. In Zone 10b the season can last till end of October or longer as you know. I don't see why you couldn't do it now.😎

Thanks! I think I'm going to go for it... if I lose it a friend of mine has a huge tree. I'm sure he'd cut me another.

Why not just plunge the pot? Are you going for permanent placement? Personally, in Texas, we're better off putting the whole pot in the ground for easier removal come fall/winter.