Species

Trachelospermum jasminoidesStar Jasmine

2 other cultivars

vine

Star Jasmine

Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Madison'

The Story

Plant Bio

Trachelospermum jasminoides is an evergreen, woody, twining climber native to China and Japan that lacks aerial roots and requires physical support to grow vertically. The species produces leathery, dark green leaves and highly fragrant, star-shaped white flowers from late spring through summer.

'Madison' is a cold-hardy selection that reliably tolerates winter temperatures down to USDA Zone 7. It is distinguished by its robust growth habit and new foliage that emerges with bronze-red tones before maturing to deep green.

Uses & Benefits:

Provides dense, glossy evergreen foliage year-round with highly fragrant white flowers in late spring and summer.

Functions effectively as a groundcover, erosion control on slopes, or a dense privacy screen when trained on a trellis.

Attracts bees and generalist insect pollinators to the nectar-rich flowers.

SpeciesTrachelospermum jasminoidesStar Jasmine

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Vine

Height

240"

Width

144"

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

7, 8, 9, 10

Water

Moderate

Humidity

High

Lifespan

Perennial

Native To

China and Japan

Toxicity

Mildly toxic if ingested; sap causes skin irritation

Bloom period

Late spring – Summer

In flower about 4 months of the year

Planting

How to Grow

Select a planting site in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil.
Install a trellis, arbor, or wire support system before planting to guide the twining stems.
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and set the plant at the same depth as its container.
Water deeply at the base to settle the soil, avoiding overhead watering to minimize disease risk.
Tie the main stems loosely to the support structure to initiate upward climbing.

Pro Tip

Provide a sturdy trellis or wire framework for the twining stems to wrap around, as this vine cannot self-adhere to flat masonry walls.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Prune immediately after the main spring flowering wave to shape and control size.
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if soil fertility is low.
Wear gloves when pruning to protect skin from the irritating milky latex sap.

Don't

Do not prune heavily into old, bare woody stems, as they regenerate poorly.
Do not plant in heavy, poorly drained clay or low spots prone to standing water.
Do not over-fertilize, which stimulates excessive foliage at the expense of flowers.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Fertilize
Pest Check
Propagate
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Trellis or ArborGroundcoverSprawling ShrubPrivacy ScreenContainer Plant

Companion Plants

Gardenia jasminoides Loropetalum chinense Rosa

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Star Jasmine questions

What zones can Star Jasmine grow in?

Star Jasmine is hardy in USDA Zones 7–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Star Jasmine deer resistant?

Yes — Star Jasmine is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Star Jasmine bloom?

Star Jasmine typically blooms in late spring through summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Star Jasmine need full sun?

Star Jasmine does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.

Is Star Jasmine drought tolerant?

Yes — once established (usually after the first full season), Star Jasmine handles dry spells with minimal watering. Water deeply its first year to build the root system that makes that possible.