Family Apocynaceae (a-pos-ih-NAY-see-ee) Genus Trachelospermum (tray-key-low-SPER-mum Species jasminoides (jaz-min-OY-deez) Synonym Rhynchospermum jasminoides Also Known As Star Jasmine
Category Vines and Climbers Height 15-40 ft. Spacing 6-8 ft. Sun Exposure Sun to Partial Shade Bloom Color White, Near White Bloom Time Mid Spring/Early Summer Foliage Evergreen, Shiny/Glossy Textured
Hardiness Zone 8a to 10 F Zone 8b to 15 F Zone 9a to 20 F Zone 9b to 25 F
Soil pH Requirements 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Water Requirements Drought tolerant; suitable for zeriscaping
Other Details
Attractive to bees, butterflies, and birds
Pruning Instructions Cut back by 1/3 in winter Trim by 1/4 to promote more blooms and to keep from getting leggy
Propagation Methods From semi-softwood cuttings
Seed Collecting Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds Properly cleaned, seeds can be successfully stored
Other Details Flowers are fragrant
Freezing Temps by Year: 2009-2010 Year: Freezing temps 12/09 & 01/10 * moderate winter 2010-2011 Year: Freezing temps 01/11 & 02/11 * moderate winter 2011/2012 Year: Freezing temps 12/11 & 01/12 * mild winter 2012/2013 Year: Freezing temps 12/12 & 01/13 * very mild winter
