Jasminum Officinale
Jasminum officinale, commonly known as jasmine, is a species of flowering plant in the olive family Oleaceae. It is native to the Caucasus and parts of Asia, and is also widely naturalized. Jasminum officinale is an evergreen vine that can reach up to 40 feet (12 meters) in height and spread up to 15 feet (4.5 meters). The plant prefers a moist, well-drained, light soil enriched with organic matter, but it tolerates average soil. Jasmine grows in full sun to partial shade and is drought and pollution tolerant. The leaves are dark green and oval-shaped, with a slightly leathery texture. The true flowers are small, tubular, and typically white or yellow, but the plant is best known for its showy bracts, which are modified leaves that surround the flowers. The flowers are the source of its heady scent. Jasminum officinale is an excellent choice for mass plantings, as specimen plants, wall-side borders, groundcovers for banks, in rock gardens, and containers. It can also be espaliered or trained on a standard or grown in a large basket. Regular pruning may be required to keep inbounds or shape the plant. Always prune this plant immediately after flowering. Be aware that repetitive pruning may reduce flowering as this plant flowers on new growth. Pinching the tips of new growth will encourage branching. Cuttings 4-6 in. long (10-15 cm), put under mist, will usually root in 4 to 6 weeks.
Planting: Jasmine prefers a moist, well-drained, light soil enriched with organic matter, but it tolerates average soil. Jasmine grows in full sun to partial shade and is drought and pollution tolerant. Plant jasmine in a warm spot that stays at least 60° F (16° C) and gets 2-3 hours of shade.
Watering: Water plants moderately when plants are in growth (April to September), but more sparingly when dormant (autumn and winter).
Fertilizing: Feed with a high potash liquid feed (such as a tomato feed) every few weeks during the growing season from late spring to early autumn.
Pruning: Pinch the tips to stimulate lateral growth and prune after flowering if necessary to restrain growth. Prune out thin, old shoots after flowering (which is spring) to shape the plant.
Propagation: Additional plants can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings 4-6 in. long (10-15 cm), put under mist, will usually root in 4 to 6 weeks.
Here are some step-by-step instructions for taking care of Jasminum officinale:
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