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Apocynaceae

Confederate Jasmine

Trachelospermum jasminoides

Grace and sensuality.

Family
Apocynaceae
Genus
Trachelospermum
Native to
China, Japan, Korea
Bloom season
Spring, Summer
Type
Evergreen vine
Height
300-600 cm
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Soil
Well-drained, fertile
Water
Moderate
Hardiness
8-11
Lifespan
Perennial

Did you know

  • Despite its common name, confederate jasmine is not a true jasmine and is native to East Asia.
  • Its intensely fragrant white flowers can perfume an entire garden on warm evenings.
  • The plant produces a milky sap that can be irritating to skin, typical of the dogbane family.
  • It can be grown as a ground cover, climbing vine, or trained on trellises and walls.
  • Confederate jasmine is one of the most popular fragrant vines in the southeastern United States.

Color meanings

0

Sweetness

1

Amiability

2

Elegance

Uses

  • Arbors and trellises
  • Ground cover
  • Fragrance gardens
  • Privacy screens