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TRACHELOSPERMUM asiaticum 'Pink Showers'
Commonly known as Chinese jasmine
Candy pink star-shaped flower
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & DiseasesNone if grown outside
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Place of originGarden origin
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EvergreenOval, glossy leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
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Star-shaped
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height6m (20ft)
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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)
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Scented flowers
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Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage gardenGreenhouse / 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 sunSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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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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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Against a wallFull sunWill not tolerate cold windsPartial shade
Trachelospermum - Growing Guide
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