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Trachelospermum jasminoides

Star Jasmine, Maile Haole

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Linda Engstrom

 

Description

Star Jasmine is an evergreen vine that grows 20' tall or a ground cover that reaches 1'-2' tall and 4'-5' wide. It has white fragrant flowers in the summer and can tolerate sun or partial shade. The star jasmine needs regular watering. Leaves are dark green, oval, thick, about 2" long. This is a great plant on a trellis, in containers or in a parking strip.

 

Plant Type

Ground cover, Vine

Height Range

1-3', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Summer

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical, Woodland

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Foundation, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walkways

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.