Star Jasmine Confederate Jasmine
Trachelospermum jasminoides
Apocynaceae · vine groundcover · introduced
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Star jasmine (confederate jasmine) is a broadleaf vine from Japan and China reaching 10-20 ft with a climbing form and dark green, medium-textured foliage. It produces fragrant white flowers from May to June with a jasmine-like appearance.
Star jasmine is hardy in zones 8a-9b and grows best in sun to part shade with adaptable, moderate-moisture soil (pH 5.5-7.0). Growth is fast with medium maintenance requirements. It is useful as a groundcover or climber and tolerates medium drought stress.
Quick Facts
Height
10–20 ft
Spread
19 ft
Growth Rate
Fast
Light
Sun to Part Shade
Soil
Adaptable
Water
Moderate
Hardiness
Zone Zones 8a–9b
Bloom Time
May to June
Origin
Japan and China jasminoides: resembling Jasmine (Jasminum),
Phenological Calendar
| Stage | Typical Window |
|---|---|
| New growth flush BBCH 11 | Feb 15-Mar 15 |
| Bloom start BBCH 61 | Jun 1-Jun 30 |
| Bloom end / petal fall BBCH 69 | Jun 15-Jul 15 |
| Fruit/seed development BBCH 71 | Jun 1-Aug 31 |