Intense Rainbow frangipani

Plumeria rubra 'Intense Rainbow'

TreeApocynaceae

Intense Rainbow frangipani
Drought tolerantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones10 to 12
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size10 to 12 feet tall8 to 10 feet wide
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Soil types
Sand, loam
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

BorderContainerLow maintenance

Notes

'Intense Rainbow' frangipani (Plumeria rubra 'Intense Rainbow') is a tree for borders and containers, and it needs little care. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 10 and warmer, down to about 30°F (-1°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy or loamy soil. It bears fragrant flowers in spring, summer, and autumn. It also tolerates drought and salt.

Pairs well with American century plant, Narrow-leaf chalksticks, and Pride of madeira.

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