AWARD

GELSEMIUM sempervirens

Commonly known as False yellow jasmine

Hardy only in the milder locations on a sunny wall this attractive climber has fragrant long yellow funnel-shaped flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Oblong to narrowly ovate leaves to 5cm (2in) long
  • Yellow
  • Height
    3-6m (10-20ft)
  • Spread
    2m (6½ft)
  • 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
    Twining perennial with stems that spiral anti-clockwise. Produces clusters 5-8cm (2-3in) across of flowers 3cm (1¼in) long
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy 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
    Shelter from cold, drying winds
  • Full sun
    Shelter from cold, drying winds
  • Partial shade

GELSEMIUM sempervirens

 
  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Scale insects, whiteflies under glass
    Place of origin
    Southeastern USA, Mexico, Guatemala
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 8
    Suitable for: Wall trained shrubs and less vigorous climbers.
    Action: For climbers 'spur prune' by cutting back 3-4 buds of the permanent framework. For wall trained shrubs cut back flowered shoots to within 2-4 buds of permanent framework.
    When: Annually after flowers if on previous year's growth, or in late Winter or Spring if on current year's growth.
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Moderately fertile
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    (People & Pets)
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Gelsemium - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
3-6m (10-20ft)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Average Person
  2m (6½ft)
  

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Thermometer which displays current temperature in the centre, with Max above and min below. Suitable for use outdoors or in the greenhouse / conservatory. With batteries included
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