Photo of Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta' flower by Brushwood Nursery

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Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta'

Also Known As

  • Gelsemium 'Pride of Augusta'
  • Gelsemium caroliniana 'Pride of Augusta'
  • Double Carolina Jessamine
  • Pride of Augusta Carolina Jessamine

Plant type

vine

size

  • H: 14'-18'
  • W: 2'-18'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta' plant details

Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta' is a broadleaf evergreen vine with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta'

Plant type: vine
Plant family: gelsemiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 18 FT - wide, 14 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: double flowers, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A DOUBLE flowered selection of this dainty yet durable native vine! The golden yellow double flowers are a knockout and the fragrance can stop you in your tracks on a night time garden stroll!
Gelsemium Pride of Augusta is a double flowering selection of Carolina Jessamine. It is an evergreen twining climber with bright yellow double blooms from spring into early summer with some repeats later depending on conditions. This is a very easy and rewarding vine to grow. use it to disguise an ugly fence or for privacy. Plant parts are poisonous.

Gardening facts about Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta' plant

How to Grow Gelsemium sempervirens 'Pride of Augusta'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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