Star Jasmine

Product Details

Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides)

🪴 Ship Size: 1 Gallon Pot

Plant Description:

🌱 Introducing the enchanting Star Jasmine, Trachelospermum jasminoides, delivered in a 1-gallon pot. This evergreen vine, also known as "Confederate Jasmine" or "Chinese Star Jasmine," captivates with its glossy, dark green leaves and delicate, star-shaped white flowers. A true garden favorite, Star Jasmine graces your outdoor spaces with its beauty and heavenly fragrance.

Key Information:

🌞 Light: Flourishes in full sun to partial shade, making it adaptable to various lighting conditions.

💧 Watering: Maintain well-draining soil and water regularly, allowing the soil to partially dry between waterings.

📏 Mature Size: Climbs to heights of 10-20 feet or more, showcasing a sprawling and graceful growth habit.

🌼 Fragrant Flowers: Star Jasmine blooms with clusters of small, star-shaped white flowers, each releasing a sweet and intoxicating fragrance.

🌍 Growing Zones: Suited for zones 8-11; Thrives in temperate and subtropical climates.

Fragrance Profile:

Immerse yourself in the heavenly scent of Star Jasmine. The fragrance, reminiscent of jasmine and citrus, fills the air with a sweet and floral aroma, creating an enchanting atmosphere in your garden.

Culinary Uses & Applications:

While primarily grown for ornamental purposes, Star Jasmine does not have culinary uses. However, its aromatic flowers can be enjoyed for their fragrance.

Medicinal Uses & Applications:

Star Jasmine is not traditionally used for medicinal purposes. However, some cultures use its essential oil for aromatherapy and relaxation purposes.

🌱 Growth Habits:

Trachelospermum jasminoides features a twining growth habit, perfect for climbing trellises, arbors, fences, or walls. It can also be trained as a ground cover or used in containers for a cascading effect.

🌿 Care:

Provide well-draining soil and regular watering to maintain soil moisture. Prune after flowering to control growth and shape. Protect from frost in cooler climates.

🌼 Flowering Benefits:

The abundant white flowers not only add visual charm to your garden but also attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, enhancing biodiversity.

🌍 Origin Stories and Historical Uses:

Native to China and Japan, Star Jasmine has a long history of cultivation for its ornamental beauty and aromatic qualities. It has been prized in traditional Chinese medicine for its potential calming properties.

⛔ Root Damage Potential:

Limited root damage potential, making Star Jasmine adaptable to various planting environments. Provide support for climbing and ample space for its sprawling growth.

⚠️ Safety Concerns:

While generally safe, it's essential to research specific varieties for potential toxicity. Enjoy the timeless elegance and heavenly fragrance of Star Jasmine in your garden and outdoor spaces!