Pink jasmine
Jasminum polyanthum · Family Oleaceae
Also known as: jasmine, jasminum polyanthum, winter jasmine
- Light
- Bright indirect to full sun
- Watering
- Every 4 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A cool, bright conservatory or porch with a trellis to climb.
Light
Bright light with some direct sun. Cool winters help it flower.
Watering
Keep the compost moist in spring and summer, a little drier in winter.
About the plant
A delicate climber with pink buds that open into white, starry, highly fragrant flowers. It flowers in late winter and spring. It can be trained over arches and trellises.
Origin
Native to the slopes and forest edges of south-west China.
What it likes
- Bright light, with morning sun
- A trellis for support
- A cool spell in winter
What it dislikes
- Constant warmth with no rest
- Compost dry for long periods
- Dark rooms
Did you know?
To form buds, it needs a few weeks of cooler temperatures.
