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By: Bonnie L. Grant, Certified Urban Agriculturist

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The jasmine plant is a source of exotic fragrance in warmer climates. It is an important scent noted in perfumes, and also has herbal properties. The plants may be vines or bushes and some are evergreen. Most jasmine plants are found in tropical to sub-tropical climates, although a few may thrive in temperate zones.

Protection from cold temperatures is one of the most important aspects of jasmine plant care. Growing jasmine vines can create a perfumed shield over arbors, trellises and fences. The bush types are excellent landscape specimens with starry pink, white, ivory or even yellow scented blooms.

Jasmine Plants

Jasmine plant care may require a bit of effort, but the results are well worth the work. Not all jasmine plants are fragrant, but the most common and hardy do produce a sweet, carrying fragrance.

Common jasmine is a vine, and has larger glossy green leaves than Royal jasmine. Both can survive in temperate climates if they are planted in a sheltered area. Arabian jasmine is a small bush with evergreen leaves.

There are many other varieties of jasmine plant, of which are best suited for sub-tropical climates. Learning how to grow jasmine will add a striking visual and olfactory touch to the garden.

How to Grow Jasmine

•Choose a warm, sheltered location when growing jasmine. The vining varieties require a support structure as some can get 15 feet (4.5 m.) tall.

•All jasmine plants prefer sun to light shade sites with well-draining and moderately fertile soil.

•Install the plant in the ground at the same level it was growing in the nursery pot. Most jasmine plants are grafted onto the common jasmine rootstock because of their superior hardiness.

Care of a Jasmine Vine

Jasmine plant care is not difficult but does require vigilance. The vines need to be trained early when they are young. You may use plant ties or just weave them through trellis sections.

•Fertilize the plant in spring just before new growth appears.

•Pinch off the tips of the vines in the second year to promote branching which will fill the trellis with bushy growth.

•The vining jasmine plant is prone to spider mites, which can be combated with horticultural oil or neem oil.

Indoor Jasmine Care

Dwarf varieties of jasmine make excellent houseplants. They require even moisture and a sunny location in the home. Vines can also be brought into the home, and the height is easy to manage with pruning or pinching in the dormant season. Potted plants don’t have access to extra nutrients, so they need fertilizing twice annually.

Watch carefully for pests and water from the bottom to prevent spotting on the glossy leaves. Your jasmine plant will flower in late spring into summer. Repot it before bloom time in early spring as needed.

How to Grow Jasmine Cuttings

Harvest tip cuttings in spring and plant them for free plants. Dip the cutting into a rooting hormone and push the end into a soilless medium, such as peat. Keep the cutting lightly moist.

Jasmine plant cuttings are best started during June to October. Once rooted, follow general jasmine plant care instructions.

This article was last updated on 06/08/21

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Delicate and dainty with small flowers, jasmine is known around the world for its unique tropical smell and pretty blossoms that attract bees. The jasmine flower is usually white, although some species are yellow or cream, and it can bloom all year long. Jasmine can grow in a pot or hanging basket. It can also be planted directly in the ground and trained to climb or grow as bushes or ground cover.

Interested in growing Jasmine? Learn everything there is to know about jasmine plant care so you can enjoy its sweet-smelling flower and full, hardy look.

What are Jasmine Flowers?
Planting Jasmine Flowers
Jasmine Plant Care
Types of Jasmine
Common Questions About Jasmine

What are Jasmine Flowers?

Jasmine flowers are tropical blooms that thrive in warmer climates. Most varieties have a distinct scent that is popular even off the vine. The smell of jasmine can be found in everything from teas to candles to soaps to lotion. Jasmine has bright green, glossy foliage and likes sun to light shade and relatively fertile, well-drained soil. Some jasmine plants are evergreen, meaning they will keep their green leaves year-round. While growing jasmine does require some effort, it’s well worth it, as the plant will put on a profuse, showy display of blooms that can liven up even the dullest of yards.

Planting Jasmine Flowers

Planting jasmine is easy. Just follow these simple tips.

When to plant jasmine – Plant jasmine bushes any time between June and November.
Where to plant jasmine – Jasmine will grow well in full sun to partial shaded areas. Summer-flowering jasmine does better in a sunny spot, while other varieties, such as winter jasmine, like a more shaded area.
Soils that jasmine thrive in – Jasmine needs well-drained but moist, moderately fertile sandy loamy soil.
Supports for jasmine – If planting a twining vine variety and wanting jasmine to climb, the plant will need a support structure. A trellis or fence will both work.
How to space jasmine – Jasmine should be planted at least 8 feet, sometimes more depending on variety, apart to accommodate for its future root growth, as it will grow tremendously and does not like to be crowded.
How deep to plant – Dig a hole for the jasmine that is just deep enough so the plant will rest at the same level in the ground as it was when it was in the pot. It doesn’t need to be planted in a deep hole.

Jasmine Plant Care

Jasmine is not particularly hard to care for, but it does require some attention in the beginning and needs regular feeding and pruning. Learn how to care for a jasmine plant below.

Watering – Jasmine flowers that are in-ground should be watered once a week. If it is unusually dry or hot, increase the frequency, but let the soil dry out in between. If your jasmine is in a container, it will likely require water multiple times each week, especially in the hotter months. Water it once the top 1 inch of the soil is dry.
Training – If growing jasmine to climb a structure like a trellis or fence, help it by training young vines. Begin to train jasmine just after planting by weaving young stems through the trellis sections or by gently and loosely tying them onto the fence or support.
Amount of sunlight – Jasmine needs full sun or part shade – usually about 6 hours or more of direct sunlight each day for full sun, and 2 – 4 hours per day for partial shade. The exact type of jasmine you plant, in addition to climate and other conditions, will determine how much sun a plant needs.
Tips on how to prune – To prune jasmine, first remove any damaged, diseased or dead stems from the plant to prevent any spread of disease. Then remove any stems that are tangled or that no longer flower. Help keep trained jasmine clean and tidy by snipping stems that are growing away from the plant. Prune jasmine blooms immediately after they flower so vines have enough time to grow before the following season. Pruning is easy – simply pinch the tips by squeezing them between your finger and thumbnail. Proper and regular pruning will promote lush, full foliage and rapid growth.

Types of Jasmine

Jasmine is a member of the olive family. The most common types are grown as vines, but there are some varieties that work as ground covers or shrubs, too. There are about 200 different species of jasmine, which is native to warmer, temperate tropical climates. Jasmine plant types will all have slightly different needs, so it is important to know about the varieties before choosing which one to plant.

Arabian Jasmine – This variety of jasmine is an evergreen shrub or vine. It has white, very strongly scented flowers that open in the evening. Arabian jasmine can grow from 3 – 9 feet tall.
White Jasmine – White jasmine is native to Burma and China and is an evergreen twining climber. Its pinkish flower buds show in late winter to early spring and bloom into white star-like fragrant flowers. White jasmine can grow 20 – 30 feet tall and 7 – 15 feet wide, so you will need ample room for this variety.
Purple Jasmine – The purple jasmine flower is also known as star jasmine. This twining vine blooms 2-inch flowers in the spring and summer. It can grow 20 feet as a vine, but can also be grown on a smaller scale as a hedge, shrub or ground cover.
Forest Jasmine – A woody climber, forest jasmine has dark green glossy leaves and bright white flowers that have a slight tinge of pink. It is a strong variety, with stems that can grow to more than 5 inches in diameter.
Winter Jasmine – Growing up to 15 feet tall if trained on a trellis, Winter jasmine is known for its striking yellow blooms. Winter jasmine is native to China and, unlike most jasmine, doesn’t twine. Because of this, it needs to be pruned more often than other varieties.
Spanish Jasmine – Another highly scented variety, Spanish jasmine is a deciduous climber or shrub that is widely used in perfumes. It can grow 6 – 13 feet tall.

Common Questions About Jasmine

Is Jasmine an annual or perennial?

Jasmine is a perennial that will grow year after year. Different varieties have different watering, space and sunlight needs depending on what zone they are growing in.

How much sun does jasmine need?

All types of jasmine will do well in full sun to partial shade – exactly how much sun a plant needs each day will depend on the variety.

Can jasmine grow indoors or outdoors?

Jasmine can grow both indoors and outdoors. Dwarf varieties do best indoors, but vines can also thrive inside the home. Just pinch or prune the plant in the dormant season to maintain the desired height and shape.

Can jasmine survive winter?

Many gardeners choose to grow jasmine in containers so they can bring the plant indoors over winter. If bringing jasmine inside because of extreme cold, do so gradually, over about a week or so, to allow the plant time to adjust to less sun once indoors. A good way to make this transition is by bringing the plant in at night, and then returning it outside during the day time, increasing the hours you leave it inside throughout the week. Once it is inside permanently, place it in the sunniest spot of the house.

When does jasmine bloom?

Jasmine blooms in clusters from spring until well into the fall. The sweet flowers are most often cream, white or yellow, depending on the variety, and will attract bees and other pollinators.

How long do jasmine flowers last?

With enough sun and the right watering and feeding, jasmine flowers will stay open and fresh for you to enjoy for several months.

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Jasmine Basic Facts

Name - Family Jasminum officinalis - Type Oleaceae - shrub, vine, houseplant

Height - 6 to 32 feet (2 to 10 m) (outdoors)
Exposure - full sun, partial sun
Soil - plain

Foliage - deciduous or evergreen.
Flowering - from March to May, depending on the climate.

Planting jasmine

There are many types of jasmine, some of which are more suitable for growing indoors and in pots, others for growing outdoors.

If your climate zone does not have very mild winters, this jasmine should be grown in pots so that it can be brought into a well-lit room that does not freeze, such as an outhouse or unheated greenhouse.

Spanish jasmine is much less hardy than common jasmine ( Jasminum officinale ): 21°F (-6°C) vs 5°F (-15°C).

In any case, choose any time of spring or autumn for planting, provided that it does not freeze.
Choose a sunny spot protected from the wind to grow beautiful flowers.
Provide proper soil drainage to avoid standing water.

It is appropriate to plant the jasmine next to a trellis, pergola or any other structure that can support its growth like a vine.

Jasmine pruning and care

Jasmine care helps your plant grow and bloom. These are very simple practices if done carefully.

Jasmine is said to be easy to grow if planted properly.

Jasmine is easy to prune and, like plants, is not afraid of regular pruning. This pruning helps keep the jasmine bushy and bushy, and encourages flowering and abundant blooms.

Jasmine pruning

Regular maintenance pruning (dead branches, general shape) is recommended.

Reshape the bush every 2-3 years to keep it tight and dense.
Prune after flowering.
Read about winter jasmine in this article.

Depending on the climate, your jasmine may lose some or all of its leaves over the winter, this is normal.

Watering Jasmine

In pots, it is good to water when the soil is dry, regularly, but do not water it.

Thick mulch helps save on watering and keeps soil cool.

Spring and summer fertilization is good practice, about twice a month.

Learn more about jasmine

White jasmine, or Jasminum officinale, or common jasmine, is a climbing vine that grows at the foot of the Himalayas. It is usually grown in countries with mild climates.

Its evergreen leaves grow on flexible stems and its large white flowers exude an exceptionally delicate fragrance, especially in the evening. Jasmine belongs to family oilseeds .

This is also a vine that boasts beautiful white-pink flowers and fast growth.

Originally from Asia, it has only been cultivated in Europe since the end of the 19th century.

Its strongly scented blooms appear in late winter and the plant stands out with its gorgeous dark green foliage.

There are two types of jasmine: winter jasmine with yellow flowers and summer jasmine with white or pink flowers.

It is noteworthy that winter jasmine is the only vine that bears yellow and very beautiful flowers in winter.

Jasmine, story

Chronicles of the past record that François-Joseph Cazin, a famous physician of the 19th century, recommended jasmine for headaches and migraines.

Jasmine, a gift from God

The name "Jasmine" comes from ancient Persia, in the Middle East. Originally pronounced "Yasmine" , it was first used in Old French and then spread to Old English.

The meaning of the word is "Gift of God". This is a very appropriate name not only for a heavenly-scented flower, but also for many beautiful girls who received this name at birth!

Health Benefits of Jasmine

Jasmine flowers are known to soothe nervous tension, induce sleep and reduce spasmodic cough.

A strong aromatic blend obtained by macerating jasmine flowers in oil. This oil may be useful against the pain of nerve palsy.

Ingestion

Jasmine infusion - ounces (20 g) of flowers per 1 liter (1 liter) of water. Drink 2 cups a day and one more before bed. It is delicious!

Local use

Press the leaves into a container and pour twice the squeezed volume with olive oil. Macerate for at least one month and use for rubbing and rubbing.

Other uses of jasmine

In perfumery, jasmine essential oil is extracted by a process called "enfleurage" , in which the compression of flowers and odorless fatty substances imparts fragrance. This is a very expensive essential oil.

Winter jasmine - planting and care

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1 Jasmine Holochetic Care
2 Light
3 Soil
4 Water
5 The temperature and moisture
6 Fertilizers
7 Prunision
8 Putting of the glozmin
10 Planting and repotting jasmine hololithus
11 Common pests/diseases

Jasmine Holiflora is a deciduous perennial. It is considered a weaving species and belongs to the olive family. Unlike most jasmine, this variety is not fragrant, but perhaps as a compromise, the stems of the plant remain green in winter. Holiflora jasmine is grown in temperate climates, as it comes from China.

Unsupported jasmine grows like vine-like shrubs and can be somewhat invasive. This is because the stems take root wherever they touch the soil. Careful pruning is required to prevent unsupported plants from spreading where they shouldn't.

Overgrowth will be much less of a problem if you get the plants to spread out in a prepared frame. By tying their stems to arbors or trellises, you avoid contact with the ground for the most part, minimizing rooting opportunities.

Unsupported jasmine reaches 120 centimeters in height and 2 meters in width. With support, they can reach 5 meters in height. Their abundant yellow flowers are about 3 centimeters wide. Flowering time is the end of winter. The flowers appear before the leaves, which are quite tiny.

On the other hand, this aggressive rooting makes life easier for gardeners who really want plants to spread and multiply. After rooting occurs, simply cut off the rooted stem from the main plant and dig up the new rooted plant. Then, either plant it in a pot, or plant it elsewhere that is more suitable for your landscape. Due to its ability to reproduce, you can see that this plant can be a good idea for a garden bed where you need something that gives you flowers, spreads quickly to fill an area, and doesn't require much maintenance.

Jasmine Holiflora care

Jasmine hololithus grows around its base to form a shrub, but from this central shrub it sends out long branches that grow like creeping vines. So is it a shrub or a vine? To a large extent, you can determine what it has become. That is, how you care for a plant determines what shape it will take.

Light

You can grow this plant in full or partial sun. In fact, it is one of the best perennial vines for the sun.

Soil

Jasmine Holiflora should grow in well-drained soil.

Water

Jasmine Holiflora needs to be watered 2-3 times a week.

Temperature and humidity

Holiflora Jasmine is suitable for temperate climates. Winter-hardy, up to -15 degrees.

Fertilizers

Plants don't need to be heavily fertilized, but if you want it to get extra large for whatever reason, add some compost to the soil around it.

Cutting

If you keep your jasmine unflowered, it will become a shrub in your landscape. But if you leave it alone and let it grow naturally, it will act like a vine. In the latter capacity, it can be used either as a groundcover or as a climbing vine.

Gardeners wishing to develop a vine must provide a support structure, such as a wooden pergola, and tie the vine to it. Alternatively, these early flowering plants can be used as ground cover plants. In the latter case, use them for landscaping slopes, for example, to control erosion.

If you are only going to prune these plants once a year, the ideal time to do this is in the spring, right after they bloom. They bloom on old wood, so if you prune at this time, you won't lose a single flower next year. If you want to control the spread, you can prune a few times, even if it means fewer flowers next spring.

Propagation of jasmine goloflora

Holiflora jasmine can be propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings cut with clean, sharp garden shears. Cuttings can be planted directly in pots with good drainage.

How to Grow Jasmine Holiflora from Seeds

Jasmine seeds should be prepared a few months before they are planted outdoors. Soak the seeds for 24 hours before placing them in potting soil, then water generously until the soil is saturated. Place in direct sunlight and cover with plastic to retain moisture. Keep the soil moist and watch them grow, when they have two pairs of leaves you can plant them outdoors.

Planting and transplanting Jasmine Holiflora

Holiflora jasmine does well in containers and should be planted in a well-drained mixture of peat and sand.