Transform your patio or landscape into an island sanctuary with the Plumeria Rubra 'WA Sunset' Frangipani. Celebrated for producing some of the most vibrant floral displays in the Plumeria family, the 'WA Sunset' cultivar features star-shaped flowers with brilliant streaks of fiery orange, glowing golden-yellow centers, and rich pinkish-red edges—resembling a breathtaking tropical sunset.
Beyond its stunning appearance, the flowers release a heavenly, sweet tropical aroma that fills the warm breeze from late spring through autumn.
✨ Key Features & Benefits
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🔥 Fiery Sunset Blooms: Multi-tonal, saturated petals that brighten any garden space or balcony.
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👃 Signature Tropical Scent: A refreshing, sweet floral aroma preferred for leis and essential oils.
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🪴 Versatile Growth: Thrives in garden beds in warm climates or as a container plant that can easily overwinter indoors in cooler zones.
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🌵 Low Maintenance & Drought Tolerant: Succulent-like branches hold water, making it surprisingly forgiving and easy to maintain.
🩺 Care & Growing Guide
☀️ Sunlight Requirements
Plumeria craves sunlight! Position your 'WA Sunset' in a spot that receives at least 6 hours of direct sun daily to encourage abundant blooming and vibrant petal colors.
🌟 Quick Highlights
| Feature |
Details |
| Common Name |
WA Sunset Frangipani, Red Jasmine, Plumeria |
| Botanical Name |
Plumeria rubra 'WA Sunset' |
| Bloom Color |
Fiery gradient of bright orange, magenta-pink, and golden yellow |
| Fragrance |
Intense, sweet, tropical-citrus scent |
| Sunlight |
☀️ Full Sun (6+ hours daily) |
| Watering |
💧 Moderate (Drought-tolerant once established) |
| Hardiness Zone |
🌺 Zones 10–11 (Potted friendly for cooler zones) |
