Jasminum polyanthum 'Pepita'

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 2'-15'

planting zones

8a-11

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Jasminum polyanthum 'Pepita' plant details

Jasminum polyanthum 'Pepita' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Jasminum polyanthum 'Pepita'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 15 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Jasminum polyanthum 'Pepita'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Do you love pink (climbing) jasmine but don’t have room for it to run wild? This ‘Pepita’ variety behaves itself, topping out at 10-15.’ It also features the darkest pink buds of any variety in this species. In late Winter & Spring it sprouts hundreds of 1” white, heavenly fragrant flowers, dazzling your senses. The masses of 2” pinnate compound leaves are a deep green, providing a dense background. Easy & fast growing, pink jasmine will cover an arbor, fence or even the side of a house if given support. Hummingbirds love the flowers as much as you will. Tough & drought tolerant once established. Adapts to many soils plus sun or varying degrees of shade.