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Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation'

Also Known As

  • Lady of the Night
  • Queen of the Night
  • Sunset Scentsation Night Blooming Jasmine

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 8'
  • W: 5'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation' plant details

Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 0 - 5 FT - wide, 0 - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation'

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Almost Eden Exclusive introduction! 'Sunset Scentsation' Night Blooming Jasmine has proven to be a vigorous repeat blooming selection, producing waves of the famously fragrant blooms about every 6 weeks. The tubular white to greenish-white blooms begin to release their wonderful perfume at sunset and continues through early morning. This is a vigorous growing tropical shrub in warmer regions, or grow as a perennial in zone 8B.

Gardening facts about Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation' plant

How to Grow Cestrum nocturnum 'Sunset Scentsation'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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