Overview
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' is a climbing evergreen shrub in the genus Trachelospermum, part of the Apocynaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 6.0 m tall. Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include ground cover and climber. It is native to Asia.
About
Trachelospermum asiaticum, the Asiatic jasmine, is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae and it is native to Asia. Its flowers resemble stars, so it is also referred to as yellow star jasmine or Asian star jasmine.
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About the genus
Trachelospermum, is a genus of evergreen woody vines in the dogbane family Apocynaceae, first described as a genus in 1851. All species are native to southern and eastern Asia.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Trachelospermum
- 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
- Full sun, Partial shade
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Evergreen shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 6.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Ground cover, Climber
- Native to
- Asia
- Fragrance
- Fragrant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers'
- Propagation
- Cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Cushion scale, Mealybugs, Glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers'?
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' prefers full sun. It suits full sun and partial shade positions.
What soil does Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' need?
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' 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 Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' grow?
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' reaches a height of 6.0 m.
Is Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' hardy in the UK?
Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers' 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 Trachelospermum asiaticum 'PinkShowers'?
Cuttings.
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