JASMINUM polyanthum

Evergreen - opposite, pinnate, deep-green leaves composed of 5-7 leaflets, to 8cm (3in) long.

White - from pink buds.

Height - 3m (10ft) or more.

Climber - Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging - vigorous, twining climber. Abundant flowers to 2cm (¾in) wide in panicles to 10cm (4in) long.

Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse - Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F)

Full sun

Partial shade

Additional Features - Good to know - best in a temperate or warm glasshouse.

Pests & Diseases - aphids, mealybugs.

Place of origin - western and southwest China.

Garden Location/Conditions - Greenhouse / conservatory - Not the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter

Hardiness - Half hardy (down to 0)

Is Scented Plant - Scented flowers - very fragrant.

Soil Conditions - Fertile well drained soil