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Jasminum
Jasminum, the genus most gardeners know as jasmine. We track 4 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 4 most-saved Jasminum varieties
2 species of Jasminum
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Jasminum in Sow
Save the Jasminum you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
How to grow Jasminum
Whats common across all Jasminum varieties in our catalog — drawn from the care records of the 4 most-grown of them.
The Jasminum year
- PlantMarch, April, September and October50% of varieties
Plant container stock in spring or early fall
- FertilizeMay50% of varieties
Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring and mid-spring
- PropagateJune and July50% of varieties
Propagate using semi-ripe cuttings or simple layering
Do
- Water regularly during dry spells to keep soil moist 🌱
- Provide support for climbing varieties to grow upward
- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote blooms
- Give it wires or a trellis 🪜
- Site it where evening scent carries 👃
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering which can cause root rot ❌
- Don't neglect pruning which can lead to leggy growth
- Avoid planting in deep shade as it reduces flowering
- Expect it to cling to bare walls ❌
What goes wrong with Jasminum
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue and distorted leaves | Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Scale insects | Bumps on stems and leaves | Apply horticultural oil during dormant season |
| Mealybugs | White cottony clusters in leaf axils and along tangled stems | Thin congested growth so you can reach them, then treat with horticultural oil |
| Root rot | Foliage yellows and the plant declines where soil stays wet through winter | Plant in well-drained ground; jasmine takes drought far better than waterlogging |
| Powdery Mildew | White powder on leaves | Improve air circulation and apply fungicide |
| Root Rot | Wilting and yellowing leaves | Ensure well-drained soil and reduce watering |
Making more Jasminum
Cuttings
- Select healthy semi-hardwood stems in late summer.
- Cut 4-6 inch sections and remove lower leaves.
- Dip cut end in rooting hormone powder.
- Plant in moist, well-draining soil.
- Keep in warm, bright location for 6 weeks until roots develop.
Layering
- Peg a low stem down onto the soil.
- Leave for a full season to root.
- Sever and lift the following spring.
Jasminum questions
How many types of Jasminum are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 4 distinct Jasminum varieties. The most popular — ranked by 34 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Jasminum grow in?
Across its varieties, Jasminum covers USDA Zones 6–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Jasminum bloom?
Most Jasminum varieties bloom in early spring, mid-summer, late winter. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Jasminum should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.