Overview
Jasminum leratii is a climbing, trailing, clump forming climber wall shrub in the genus Jasminum, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous, evergreen foliage. Jasminum leratii grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climbers, wall side borders, conservatories and ground cover.
About
Jasminum leratii is a cultivar of the Jasminum genus, which comprises evergreen or deciduous shrubs often climbing with twining stems. This plant can grow as a climber, trailer, or clump-former, thriving in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered sites. It prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and is hardy to UK zone H5. Jasminum leratii is suitable for use as a climber on walls, in borders, conservatories, or as ground cover, with interest during spring and summer. Propagation is typically by semi-ripe cuttings or layering.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Jasminum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Jasminum leratii size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing, Trailing, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous, Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Climbers, Wall side borders, Conservatories, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Jasminum leratii
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Scale insects, Mealybugs, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Jasminum leratii?
Jasminum leratii prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Jasminum leratii need?
Jasminum leratii grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Jasminum leratii hardy in the UK?
Jasminum leratii has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Jasminum leratii?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering.
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