About
Jasminum laurifolium f. nitidum, the angel-wing jasmine, is a bushy, tender evergreen shrub about 1.5 m tall, eventually producing long twining stems to 3 m. Perfumed, star-like, white flowers from red-purple buds with up to 11 slender lobes are produced generously from late spring to autumn. A beautiful and ornamental jasmine for a heated conservatory or frost-free, sheltered garden.
About the genus
Jasminum, the jasmines, are evergreen or deciduous shrubs, many climbing by twining stems bearing usually pinnate leaves and star-shaped, often intensely fragrant, white, pink or yellow flowers. Among the most popular and versatile of all climbing and shrubby garden plants.
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitPendulous weeping, Spreading branched
FoliageEvergreen
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread2.5-4 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical
Native toE Himalaya
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationUnder glass, grow in peat-free, loam-based potting compost in bright filtered or full light. In frost-free areas, grow outdoors in fertile, well-drained soil in sun or part shade where it is ideal for ground cover or a low hedge. See Jasmine cultivation
PruningNeeds little regular pruning other than to thin overcrowded growth after flowering
PropagationPropagate by semi-ripe cuttings in summer or layering in autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)