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Also Known As

Asian Star Jasmine

Plant type

shrub, groundcover, vine

size

H: 24"
W: 6"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen' plant details

Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover shrub or vine with green and variegated foliage. In spring and summer cream and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen'

Plant type: groundcover shrub or vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and variegated
Mature size: 6 IN wide, 24 IN tall
Flowers: cream and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen'

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Diminutive Asian jasmine to only 2 ft wide by 6” tall -- can grow larger in time. Orangey stems with tiny, shiny gold leaves, under 1/2”, and creamy, nearly yellow flowers in spring. Wonderful for planter or small scale ground cover. Superb with black mondo grass, but isn’t everything? Shade to sun; can bleach in brightest light. Summer water. Frost hardy to 10 °F, USDA zone 8, or below.

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Gardening facts about Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen' plant

How to Grow Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Chirimen'

Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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