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CESTRUM
Commonly known as Bastard jasmine
Genus of about 150 species of evergreen and deciduous shrubs from woodland in Mexico and Central and South America.
The southernmost species, parqui - green cestrum, or willow-leaved jessamine has become invasive in Australia and is responsible for stock poisoning.
Further Reading....
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Deciduous
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Evergreen
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightGrown for tubular to funnel-shaped flowers followed by purple-red or red berries.
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Will grow outside in milder locationsThis could include plants which would survive happily in a greenhouse or conservatory if not in a mild location. If you have a sheltered spot in your garden then it may do well here.Loam based potting, full light, shade from hot sun.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowPests & DiseasesNone.Place of originMexico, Central and South America.
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Scented PlantsScented flowersOften fragrant.Scented foliageSome have foliage with an unpleasant smell.
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eaten(People & Pets)
Cestrum - Growing Guide
Buy Varieties of CESTRUM

CESTRUM 'Cretan Purple'
Bastard jasmine
conservatory plant with attractive purple-blue flowers in summer


CESTRUM fasciculatum 'Newellii'
Bastard jasmine
bright crimson flowers

CESTRUM nocturnum
Night jasmine, Night-blooming jasmine
highly fragrant white flowers tinged with pale green, releasing most perfume in the evening. Conservatory shrub


CESTRUM parqui
Willow-leaved jessamine
greenish-yellow, night scented
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
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00

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

Vermin & Pest Control
SB Plant Invigorator
This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide.
Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
Only £9.00

Garden Goodies
Max/Min Digital Thermometer
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
Only £20.00