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Trachelospermum asiaticum

Also Known As

Asian Star Jasmine
Asiatic Jasmine

Plant type

groundcover, vine

size

H: 1'-8'
W: 1'-12'

planting zones

7a-11

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Trachelospermum asiaticum plant details

Trachelospermum asiaticum is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover vine with green foliage. In fall cream and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Trachelospermum asiaticum

Plant type: groundcover vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 12 FT - wide, 1 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and white blooms in fall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Trachelospermum asiaticum

USDA Zones: 7a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Looking for a fragrant, super tough, ultra-foxy, deer tolerant groundcover that's EASY PEASY? Way cuter than it's more commonly seen sister T. jasminoides, T. asiatica has smaller (1-2" long) leaves & less of an urge to climb (only up to 3'). Great for containers & hanging baskets, or any super-tough-to-fill spot. Growing to 6-12" high with 24" prostrate vines covered in glossy, weed-suppressing, evergreen leathery leaves, it doesn't mind light foot traffic, urban situations (think median strips), heat or salt spray. A native to Japan & Korea, wonderfully scented pale yellow flowers make their appearance in Summer.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

A very beautiful species (Hillier)--hardier and more compact than T.jasminoides--providing a dense glossy EG cover to ground or wall; very fragrant creamy-white flowers; can be used as a house plant. Sun-PSh/Med

By: Forestfarm

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Gardening facts about Trachelospermum asiaticum plant

How to Grow Trachelospermum asiaticum

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

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- cream
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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