Jasminum officinale
common white jasmine
A popular, sweetly scented climber smothered in clusters of highly fragrant white flowers from June to August and pretty, fine...
Particularly good for sheltered sunny gardens and patios, scrambling through trees or on sheltered roof terraces (with shelter from winds)
Plant description
This versatile, deciduous climber appreciates a sheltered, sunny, well-drained site, and can cope with dry conditions. Since it spreads quickly in all directions, it's ideal for covering a large south or west-facing wall or an unsightly garden building.
In small gardens, Jasminum officinale is best planted in a large pot with loam-based compost, and trained up a trellis or wall.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, or general-purpose loam-based potting compost
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Jasminum officinale:
Plant Jasminum in a warm, sunny and sheltered location, to help bring out the sweet fragrance of the flowers.
If the soil is well-drained, it will cope with partial shade and colder positions, though it may suffer from frost damage in colder winters. When planting, add some soil conditioner (well-rotted compost) to the planting hole and some mycorrhizal fungi to aid root establishment.
Grow Jasminum against appropriate support such as trellis or wires attached to walls and fences. Tie the shoots into their support as they grow.
Please note:
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