Pruning guide
How to prune white frangipani
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Pruning white frangipani — FAQ
When should I prune white frangipani?
Late winter while leafless and dormant. Remove all dead, damaged, or crossing branches back to healthy tissue just above a node. To shape, shorten one or two excessively long branches by up to one-third. Avoid removing too many branch tips, as each tip is a potential flowering point for the coming season.
How often does white frangipani need pruning?
Annually in late winter; light tidy as needed. White Frangipani (Plumeria alba) blooms at the tips of its branches, so heavy pruning eliminates flower buds. Prune only to remove dead or diseased wood or to lightly shape the canopy. Deciduous in cool or dry periods — prune while leafless in late winter. Always wear gloves; the milky sap causes skin irritation.
How do you prune white frangipani?
Remove all dead, damaged, or crossing branches back to healthy tissue just above a node. To shape, shorten one or two excessively long branches by up to one-third. Avoid removing too many branch tips, as each tip is a potential flowering point for the coming season.