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TRACHELOSPERMUM
Commonly known as Chinese jasmine
All Flower JUN-AUG
Genus of about 10 species of woody, evergreen climbers found in woodland from India to Japan, with one species in southeastern USA.
Further Reading....
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EvergreenGlossy, oval leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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WhiteCreamy white -
Height2m (6½ft) -
ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingWoody twining climber. Produces 5-petalled flowers 2cm (¾in) across with cylindrical tubes in terminal clusters
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Against a wall
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Full sunWill not tolerate cold winds -
Partial shade
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesNone if grown outside
Place of originGarden origin -
Garden Location/ConditionsGreenhouse / conservatoryNot 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 winterIn areas with severe frosts. Use loam-based compost (JI No.3) in full light with shade from hot sun
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf Colour (if not green)Gold
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Trachelospermum - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of TRACHELOSPERMUM
TRACHELOSPERMUM asiaticum
Chinese jasmine
narrow leaves and scented creamy flowers which age to yellow
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
TRACHELOSPERMUM asiaticum 'Golden Memories'
Chinese jasmine
golden, glossy leaves and fragrant cream flowers
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
TRACHELOSPERMUM asiaticum 'Pink Showers'
Chinese jasmine
candy pink star-shaped flower
TRACHELOSPERMUM asiaticum 'Tricolor'
Chinese jasmine
new growth is pink, fading to white, later mottled green and white
TRACHELOSPERMUM jasminoides
Confederate jasmine, Star jasmine
broad leaves and fragrant white flowers in profusion
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
TRACHELOSPERMUM jasminoides 'Star of Toscane'
Chinese jasmine
creamy-yellow fragrant flowers
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
TRACHELOSPERMUM jasminoides 'Variegata'
Confederate jasmine, Star jasmine
leaves variegated silver pink and red
TRACHELOSPERMUM jasminoides 'Waterwheel'
Confederate jasmine, Star jasmine
a peculiar but attractive variety which is slow growing with narrow dark green leaves marked with white
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
TRACHELOSPERMUM jasminoides 'Winter Ruby'
Confederate jasmine, Winter jasmine
fragrant white flowers in summer. Leaves turn deep red in winter
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries.
It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
