Overview
Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' is a climbing shrub in the genus Jasminum, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 10.0 m tall. Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, wall side borders and climber and wall shrubs.
About
Jasminum officinale, known as the common jasmine or simply jasmine, is a species of flowering plant in the olive family Oleaceae. It is native to the Caucasus and parts of Asia, also widely naturalized.
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About the genus
Jasmine is a genus of shrubs and vines in the olive family of Oleaceae. It contains around 200 species native to tropical and warm temperate regions of Asia, Africa, and Oceania.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Jasminum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 10.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Wall side borders, Climber and wall shrubs
- Fragrance
- Yes
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream'
- Propagation
- Layering, Hardwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings
- 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 officinale 'Clotted Cream'?
Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' need?
Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' grow?
Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' reaches a height of 10.0 m.
Is Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' hardy in the UK?
Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Jasminum officinale 'Clotted Cream'?
Layering, Hardwood cuttings, Semi-hardwood cuttings.
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