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TRACHELOSPERMUM jasminoides
Commonly known as Confederate jasmine, Star jasmine
Broad leaves and fragrant white flowers in profusion
£18.50 each
Large
Courier Only due to the size of this plant.
Due to limitations imposed by couriers, taller items might have to pruned to reduce height prior to dispatch.
£70.00 each
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Good to know
Introduced into UK by Robert Fortune, Scottish plant hunter, in 1844. -
Pests & Diseases
None if grown outside -
Place of origin
China, Korea, Japan -
EvergreenOval, glossy, dark green leaves to 10cm (4in) long, turning bronze-red in winter
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White
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Star-shaped
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Cottage garden
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Greenhouse / 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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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Red
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Height
9m (30ft) -
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 pure white flowers to 2.5cm (1in) across with twisted lobes.
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Pruning group 6
Suitable 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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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) -
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
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Fertile well drained soil
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Against a wall
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Full sun
Will not tolerate cold winds. -
Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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