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The Fragrant World of Plumerias and Frangipani
Plumerias originated in the Caribbean, including the South American countries of Columbia, Guyana, and Venezuela, and throughout Central America.
Names of plumerias range from Paucipa in Puerto Rico, Flor de Mayo in Mexico, Flor de la Cruz in Guatemala, Amapola in Venezuela, Tipanier in Tahiti, Pumeli in Hawaii, Frangipani in Australia, Jepun in Bali, Indonesia, Dok jumpa in Laos, Phool in India, Pomelia in Italy, Pagodenbaum in Germany, Flor de Cebo on the Canary Islands to Plumies in the USA.
These beautiful exotic tropical plants can range in size from dwarfs, which under the most ideal conditions don't grow more than six feet tall to giant trees up to 30 feet in height.
Their intoxicating and unforgettable fragrances include gardenia, jasmine, ripe peaches, grapes, honeysuckle, roses, ginger, coconut and many more.
Colors of plumeria flowers include white, yellow, orange, salmon, pink, red, rainbows, and some hybrids even show some purple.
Their flower petals are defined by their distinct and unique characteristics. They can be wide, narrow, elliptical, twisted and slightly, moderately, or highly overlapped. They can be described as thick and waxy, delicate and thin, and have various textures in between.
Plumeria leaves which range from light to dark green in color are a beautiful background for these colorful, fragrant flowers. Leaves also provide natural protection from high winds.
Plumerias can be started from seeds or unrooted cuttings. You may purchase a grown rooted plant with or without developing inflorescences, with or without buds to a fully flowering plant. It is most important to purchase your plumeria cuttings and plants from reputable retailers known for selling quality merchandise. Price does not guarantee quality.
Plumerias are unique plants in a way that they can be lifted from the ground or pot and stored overwinter in a heated basement or garage. They go completely dormant during the colder months of the year needing no watering or fertilizing. Come spring plumeria enthusiasts are able to replant their plumies, an affectionate name given to them by their growers, and enjoy their sensuous fragrances again.
But these tropical beauties can also be grown successfully indoors all year long with the use of special plant lights which create the tropical sunlight that plumerias enjoy in their natural habitat. This is why plumerias, frangipani, can be grown outside their natural subtropical and tropical zones as these grow lights imitate over 90 percent of the available sunlight.
Plumerias can be grown successfully from seeds, cuttings, or as rooted plants both indoors and outdoors following tried and tested guidelines. All plumerias grow best in fast draining soil, ample sunshine and, or plant lights, proper airflow and humidity, good proper fertilization, and knowledgeable insect and disease controlled methods.
When growing frangipani outside, proper fertilizing is more important than the tropical sun. Plumerias are grown outside as far north as Alaska. But plumerias need a minimum of six hours of direct sunlight or fourteen to sixteen hours of grow lights in order to bloom.
As more and more gardeners are discovering the beauty and popularity of plumerias, frangipani, more information becomes available.
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Best Bath & Body Works fragrance for each season?
Best Bath & Body Works fragrance for each season?
Winter
Spring
Summer
Fall
Brown Sugar & Fig splash & Lotion
Cotton Blossom splash & Lotion
Country Apple lotion
Juniper Breeze splash & Lotion
Night-Blooming Jasmine splash & Lotion
Pearberry lotion
Pink Grapefruit splash & lotion
Plumeria splash
Sheer Freesia splash
Sweet Pea lotion
Warm Vanilla Sugar lotion
Water Blossom Ivy splash
Today I am wearing the Brown Sugar & Fig fragrance with the Warm Vanilla Sugar lotion and I think I should save this for fall...
Which scents should I mix & match?
what is your favorite fragrance from Bath & Body Works?
Fun question : )
I'd go with smells that match fruits and ingredients that are fresh during that particular season:
Winter: Brown Sugar & Fig Splash; Warm Vanilla Sugar; Juniper Breeze
Spring: Sweet Pea, Cotton Blossom, Jasmine, Freesia
Summer: Pink Grapefruit, Pearberry, Water Blossom
Fall: Country Apple; Brown Sugar & Fig Splash
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The Meaning and Making of a Lei
Leis are traditional Hawaiian flower necklaces made of the beautiful and colorful blossoms found in Hawaii. Traditionally, leis were made only from the most attractive blooms, and given on special occasions, such as luaus. Today they are given out much more frequently than in the past, particularly at Hawaiian events for tourists. These necklaces are given as a sign of welcoming and a show of affection.
The wearing of leis is an ancient custom. Captain Cook first recorded the wearing of leis in Hawaii in 1779, but the tradition actually dates back many centuries. It is an early Polynesian idea used for beauty and to distinguish the wearer from others. These leis, usually worn by the upper class, were made not only of flowers but also of feather, beads, ivory, or shells. Another type of traditional lei, today seen less commonly than the floral lei, is one made of Maille leaves. Woven out of these large green leafs, it is associated with the god of Hula, and is today most often seen on hula dancers. In centuries past the maile lei was also used to signify peace between two opposing groups.
Today, leis make excellent favors for luau parties and island-style weddings. Lei presentation ceremonies are a popular part of weddings and Hawaiian-style parties. They can be worn instead of corsages by the wedding party and family, exchanged during the ceremony, or given as wedding favors. They can also be given for birthdays, graduations, or other important events.
When wearing a lei, there is no need for a special occasion; it is appropriate to wear a lei anytime, anywhere. However, there are a couple of rules to follow. First, never refuse a lei. Because it is a symbol of affection, it is considered rude to refuse the offering. Once the flowers have wilted, do not throw the lei in the trash. It should be returned to the place where the flowers were gathered, if possible, or returned to the earth through hanging in a tree, burying, or burning the lei.
No matter where you are in the world, you can likely find a florist who specializes in these beautiful flower necklaces. For low-budget luaus, you can also find colorful and festive leis made of plastic, cloth, or paper.
You can even make your own leis using tropical flowers. Orchids are the most popular choice for Hawaiian leis, although many different tropical blooms can be used. Other common lei flowers are yellow or pink Plumeria, which is also called Frangipani, as well as Lehua Blossoms. These large blossoms are fragrant and beautiful, and are species found all over the islands of Hawaii.
Besides the flowers, you'll also need some string and a special lei needle, which is usually about 4 inches long to enable it to go all the way through the blossom. You'll want to push the needle through the bottom part of the flower, and repeat the process until there are five or six blossoms on the needle. Then carefully pull the needle through all of the flowers, being gentle so as to not tear the petals.
Although the process for making leis is fairly simple, it requires quite a bit of practice to make the leis look beautiful without destroying the flowers. You can also connect the flowers by braiding or knotting the stems together, although this requires more skill. There are even classes to teach people how to make leis. If you are planning a vacation to Hawaii, that is the perfect opportunity to find a class on lei-making.
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