PlumeriaArizona's Most Exotic Flowering Tree Plumeria (Frangipani) for Phoenix Gardens Plumeria (Plumeria spp.), known worldwide as Frangipani, is the ultimate tropical statement plant for Phoenix landscapes. Famous for its intensely fragrant clusters of waxy flowers in white, yellow, pink, red, and multi colored varieties, Plumeria brings a true Hawaiian paradise feel to desert gardens. Despite its exotic appearance, this deciduous flowering tree is

Its compact size means it won't outgrow a medium pot for years

so Valley frosts cause no harm

light and quick (5–10 minutes)

compact hybrid mesquite cultivar

and pool plumbing to allow for root spread and canopy reach

African Ocotillo adds instant architectural drama to Scottsdale courtyards

Mixed Desert Border

50 For single architectural mounds or a tidy border

but protect young plants with frost cloth for the first 1 to 2 winters and on hard-freeze nights

Fairy Castle takes light frost to about 28°F in most of the Valley

Winter (Dec–Jan): Bare and dormant

Yes — the foliage and flowers both carry a classic lavender scent