Grow a frangipani from a cutting!

1. First things first, select a healthy branch during the active growing season, ideally measuring about half a metre in length and 2-3cm in diameter.  

2. Make a 45-degree angled cut just below a leaf node and remove any flowers or buds. Make sure you don’t crush the stem. Wrap the cut end with plastic wrap or a clear plastic bag and secure with a rubber band. Leave for 4-7 days.  

3. Remove the plastic and leave the cutting in a dry and shady and well-ventilated spot for a couple of days.  

4. While it’s not necessary, using a rooting hormone can increase your success rate - just dip the cut end of the frangipani branch into a rooting hormone. 

5. Next, choose a container (with drainage holes) that's at least 25cm in diameter, and fill it with high quality, well-draining potting mix. Plant the bottom 15cm of the cutting into the potting mix, making sure two leaf nodes are below the soil level. After planting, water the cutting thoroughly. 

6. Place your frangipani cutting in a warm spot and only water when the soil is dry. 

In a few weeks to months, the cutting will develop roots. Once it has taken root, you can transplant it into a larger pot or find the perfect spot in your garden. When transplanting, avoid areas where the soil may remain wet, especially in cooler months, and steer clear of windy spots as frangipani branches are brittle. Don't be alarmed if the plant has a loose root ball when you remove it from its pot—just be careful not to damage the roots. 

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