A graceful, but vigorous climber, which branches profusely as it ages, jasmine is easily trained. It will thrive in a pot, where it can be grown around a hoop or over a small trellis, or in a conservatory border, where it can be trained to cover a wall, larger trellis or arch.
The heavily-scented, tubular flowers are produced in clusters in winter and spring, and are pink on the outside and white within. The glossy green leaves have 5—7 small leaflets. Jasmine comes from southwest China.
Size: Spread 10 ft. (5 m), or more if left unpruned.
Light: Indirect sunlight, with some direct sunlight.
Temperature: Cool. Stand outdoors in summer.
Moisture: Keep moist at all times. Feeding Apply standard liquid fertilizer once a month in summer and fall.
Propagation: Take 4 in. (10 cm) tip or heel cuttings in summer.
Special needs: Keep jasmine under control by regular pruning and pinching out growing tips to encourage a bushy plant. It can be pruned hard after flowering if necessary.