Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Pink Showers'
pink Chinese jasmine
The white-flowering form has been popular for many years, but this trachelospermum is hailed as a bit of a breakthrough. The...
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Plant description
The white-flowering form has been popular for many years, but this trachelospermum is hailed as a bit of a breakthrough. The soft pink flower colour is very pretty, and it is claimed that they bloom over several months from late spring or early summer, so it should put on a prolonged display too. Trachelospermums are classy climbers, with lustrous evergreen foliage that looks good all through the year. This one is suitable for larger pots where it can be trained onto an obelisk or piece of trellis, and it will also thrive in the border if planted against a warm, sunny 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
Slow growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Trachelospermum asiaticum Pink Showers:
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
Ideally suited to south-facing walls and fences in warm, sheltered gardens, the twining stems of star jasmine can be trained onto sturdy supports including wires, trellis or freestanding climbing frames. Alternatively, consider planting into a large patio pot filled with loam-based compost, facilitating easy relocation to a sheltered spot during the cooler months. In regions that experience prolonged or severe frost, grow under the protection of a spacious, cool greenhouse or conservatory. Requiring little maintenance, a gentle trim in February or March will help keep its size within bounds.
