Star Jasmine
Trachelospermum jasminoides
The Star Jasmine has a very similar fragrance to the Real Jasmine, however it has a sweeter, less penetrating effect. The pure white flowers appear between May and June. These evergreen climbing plants grow very slowly and require a trellis.
Factsheet
- Growth type
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- Climber
- Growth height (from)
- from 100 cm to 350 cm
- Growth width (from)
- from 50 cm to 150 cm
- Growth characteristics
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- sweeping
- upright
- overhanging
- Flower color
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- white
- Flowering time (month)
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- May to June
- Flower shape
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- Uniflorous
- Cluster
- Fragrance
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- 2
- Leaf color
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- green
- page format
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- ovate
- full margined
- pointed
- Sheet properties
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- evergreen
- Autumn coloring
- Light
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- sunny to semi-shade
- Soil type
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- gravelly to sandy
- Soil Moisture
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- moderately dry to fresh
- Lime compatibility
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- lime-tolerant
- Nutrient requirements
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- moderately nutritious
- Decorative or utility value
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- Flower Decoration
- Scented plant
- Nectar or pollen plant
- Toxicity
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- non-toxic
- Winter Hardness
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- conditionally hardy
- Use
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- Single position
- Planters
- Winter garden
- Garden style
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- cottage garden
- Flower garden
- patio
- Pot garden
The Star Jasmine has a very similar fragrance to the Real Jasmine, however it has a sweeter, less penetrating effect. The pure white flowers appear between May and June. These evergreen climbing plants grow very slowly and require a trellis.
Location
Star Jasmine is happy in a semi-shady or sunny spot. It does not like the midday sun. It should be planted in high-quality container potting soil. Suitable for balconies and patios, cold and temperate conservatories.
Watering
This climber isn’t very thirsty and only needs moderate watering. It requires very little water in semi-shade. The soil should not be allowed to become wet.
Pruning
Plants which have become too big and shoots which are too long are best pruned in February/March.
Fertilizer
To ensure the Star Jasmine flowers abundantly, give it a high-quality container plant fertilizer two to three times a month from April to November.
Diseases
A word of caution: Aphid infestations are a threat at the start of May. This often results in dark rust fungi. Silver sprinkled leaves are an indication of spider mites. Wooly webs in the leaf axils and underside of leaves indicate mealy bugs.
Instructions
Star Jasmine can also be planted in wine cultivation climates. However, it is essential to protect it in the winter.
Winter
This evergreen plant tolerates frosts down to 14 degrees Fahrenheit, but it should be overwintered somewhere bright at 32 to 54 degrees Fahrenheit. Regularly check the Star Jasmine in its winter residence for bugs and spider mites. You will be able to curb possible infestations in good time. Water the container plant just enough during the winter to prevent the root ball from drying out. The Star Jasmine can be taken outside again in April/May.