Sundance Plumeria

Plumeria ‘Sundance’

Plumeria ‘Sundance’ is a remarkable variety from Thailand, renowned for its large, deep pink streaky orange-pink blooms with vibrant orange centers and striking deep red streaks. Named by Marilyn Cohen of Marilyn's Gardens, this plumeria is often described as "Iris Sunset on steroids" and is highly recommended for coastal gardens. With its strong sweet cinnamon fragrance and excellent branching, ‘Sundance’ is a standout addition to any landscape, offering a profusion of colorful and fragrant blooms that enhance the beauty of your outdoor space.

Captivating 3-3.5 Inch Dark Pink Blooms

The 3 to 3.5-inch flowers of ‘Sundance’ are truly mesmerizing. Each bloom features rounded petals with a harmonious blend of dark pink, orange, and red hues. The deep red streaks and salmon coloring add depth and contrast, creating a stunning visual display that stands out in any garden setting. These large blooms typically appear in tight clusters, providing a generous and continuous display of color throughout the blooming season.

Great Bloomer

‘Sundance’ delights gardeners with its abundant and consistent blossoms throughout the blooming season. As a great bloomer, it ensures your garden is adorned with vibrant and breathtaking flowers over a long blooming period, providing continuous visual interest and enhancing the overall aesthetic of your outdoor space. The prolific blooming habit combined with excellent branching results in lush and full bloom clusters that are a true spectacle to behold.

Sweet Cinnamon Scent

Beyond its remarkable beauty, ‘Sundance’ offers a sweet cinnamon fragrance reminiscent of Dentyne Gum. The delightful scent fills the garden, creating an enchanting ambiance that delights your senses and those around you. This sweet fragrance adds an extra layer of charm and relaxation, making each visit to your garden a pleasant sensory experience.

Medium Growth Habit

With its medium growth habit, ‘Sundance’ is perfectly suited for gardens of various sizes. Whether grown in a container, a cozy backyard, or as part of a more expansive landscape, this variety adds a graceful presence without overwhelming its surroundings. Its sturdy structure and thick branching contribute to its overall resilience and aesthetic appeal, ensuring it thrives in a neat and tidy landscape.

Gray Green Leaves

‘Sundance’ boasts beautiful gray-green foliage that provides a stunning backdrop for its vibrant blooms. The medium green, elliptical leaves with downward-pointing tips and light green veining add to the plant’s overall lush and vibrant appearance. The attractive foliage enhances the visual appeal of the tree, making it a captivating feature in any garden.

Good Branching and Sets Seed

Known for its excellent branching, ‘Sundance’ ensures a balanced and lush appearance, promoting the growth of more flowers and maintaining the tree’s overall health. Additionally, it sets seed easily, allowing for easy propagation and the continuation of this beautiful variety in future generations.

Color: Dark Pink
Flower Size: 3-3.5 inches
Blooming: Great Bloomer
Growth Rate: Medium Grower
Scent: Sweet Cinnamon
AKAs: None
History: Named by Marilyn Cohen of Marilyn's Gardens, from Thailand, sets seed