About
Jasminum odoratissimum, the fragrant jasmine, is a scrambling, shrubby evergreen climber to 2.5 m or more with mid-green leaves and aromatic, pure-yellow, star-shaped flowers 2.5 cm across in small clusters from spring to autumn, sometimes followed by black, berry-like fruit. A rewarding and fragrant jasmine for a sheltered, sunny, frost-free position.
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 moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeClimber Wall Shrub, Conservatory Greenhouse, Shrubs
HabitClimbing
FoliageEvergreen
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesPatio and container plants, Mediterranean climate plants
Native toCanary Islands
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a conservatory or cool greenhouse in peat-free, loam-based compost in bright filtered light or full light with shade from hot sun. Apply a potassium-rich fertiliser such as tomato feed monthly in the growing season. Water less frequently in winter
PruningThin overcrowded growth after flowering; can be fairly hard pruned in early spring to encourage new growth
PropagationTake semi-ripe cuttings in summer or layer autumn
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids, scale insects and mealybugs and glasshouse red spider mite under glass
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)