Plumeria rubra 'Pink', 'Red', 'White', Tricolor' + Other Varieties - Frangipani

A very popular tropical deciduous tree with veined leaves producing beautiful fragrant tropical flowers from summer to autumn. Available in stunning Pink, Red, Traditional (White + Yellow centres), Tricolor + many other varieties especially if you reside in Qld.   These are the perfect feature tree for tropical and coastal gardens.

Quick Info

Height: 5–8m 

Width: Variable - open, spreading canopy

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast – establishes quickly for rapid landscape impact

Climate & Hardiness: Best suited to warm, tropical and subtropical regions along the East Coast. Frost intolerant - not recommended for frost-prone areas or very cool regions. Thrives in warm, humid coastal environments. Performs exceptionally well in tropical and subtropical zones from Gold Coast through to warm parts of NSW.

Positioning: Full sun to part shade – full sun preferred for optimal flowering

Soil Requirements: Well-draining soil essential—Frangipanis are intolerant of waterlogging. Prefers sandy, loamy or gravelly soils. Tolerates poor soils once established. Free drainage is critical to prevent root rot.

Perfect For

> Feature trees in tropical and subtropical gardens

> Coastal gardens and warm climate regions

> Tropical landscaping and resort-style gardens

> Fragrant flowering displays and ornamental impact

> Large container planting in warm regions

Plant Variety Overview

Plumeria is commonly known as Frangipani, is an iconic tropical deciduous tree prized for its exotic beauty, intoxicating fragrance, and striking ornamental and colourful fragrant flowers that appear reliably from summer through autumn, transforming gardens into tropical paradise.

The tree displays distinctive veined foliage that emerges fresh green in spring, providing an elegant backdrop to the spectacular flower display.

The deciduous habit means foliage drops in winter, revealing sculptural branching that adds winter interest to tropical and subtropical gardens.

Frangipanis are beloved by tropical gardeners for their rapid establishment, reliable flowering, minimal care requirements, and the unmistakable, intoxicating perfume that fills the garden during the flowering season. The combination of exotic beauty, tropical charm, and proven performance makes the Frangipani an exceptional choice for feature planting across warm Australian regions.

Why You'll Love It

> Spectacular Fragrant Flowers: Large, exotic flower clusters in Pink, Red, White or Tricolor varieties bloom reliably from summer through autumn with intoxicating fragrance

> Tropical Character: Iconic tropical tree delivers instant exotic elegance and vacation-like atmosphere to any warm climate garden

> Fast Establishment: Rapid growth and quick flowering make this ideal for immediate ornamental impact and landscape presence

> Multiple Colour Varieties: Pink, Red, Traditional (White+Yellow centres), Tricolor + many other varieties allows perfect colour coordination to your specific garden design

> Distinctive Foliage: Elegant veined leaves provide beautiful backdrop to flowers and create refined tropical aesthetic

> Winter Interest: Deciduous habit reveals sculptural branching in winter and allowing more sunlight into your garden

> Low-Maintenance: Minimal care requirements once established—essentially a plant-and-enjoy specimen

Large Bag Sizes

For larger bag sizes beyond 400mm/45L pots, please contact us for pricing on application (POA).

Important Information

Pricing Note: Pricing is approximate and can differ variety to variety and state to state. Please contact us for specific variety and location pricing.