Hello bobbie42,

I am new to plumeria too, but I got a lot of information on this side. You just need to search this forum for anything you might have a question . You might also want to check www.plumeria101.com. I hope it will help.

mocropot

bobbie42,
Most people I know take cuttings in the spring when the plant is emerging from dormancy. However, I have taken cuttings in the fall as well. They seem to do as well as the spring cuttings. I think the reason some take cuttings only in the spring is that the warmer weather enhances the rooting process, whereas taking them in the fall requires more work to root them over the winter.

Cuttings should be allowed to callous over for about a week or so before starting the rooting process. Again, some people don't wait. I have done it both ways and have had about the same success either way. YMMV.

Plumeria develop seed pods on the inflo stalk. That's the stalk that supports the blooms. In order to get a seed pod, the bloom has to be fertilized either naturally by insects (usually) or by manually inserting a thin wire, hair, or water jet into the bloom's throat. Some varieties develop seed pods more readily than others.
Mike

Thanks for the help, all - and a special thanks to Mike - I went out with a thin wire this morning and tried to hand pollinate my remaining blossoms. I'll let you know if I get any seed pods, and I'll gladly share if I do!