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Winter Jasmine

Name: Winter Jasmine
Brand: Jasminum
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Jasminum nudiflorum

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Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Vine

Height

120 inches

Width

120 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

6, 7, 8, 9

Water

Low to moderate

Humidity

Adaptable

Lifespan

20+ years

Native To

China

Toxicity

Non-toxic

The Story

Plant Bio

Jasminum nudiflorum is a deciduous, scrambling shrub or vine known for its unique ability to produce bright, unscented yellow flowers on bare green stems in the middle of winter. It is exceptionally tough and easy to grow. Unlike most jasmines, its flowers are not fragrant, but its cheerful winter bloom provides a rare splash of color when little else is flowering. Its arching green stems remain attractive year-round and can root where they touch the ground.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Winter jasmine is a beacon of hope in the late winter garden, producing a profusion of cheerful, star-shaped yellow flowers on its bare, whip-like green stems. It is most spectacular when allowed to cascade down a bank or over a retaining wall, creating a waterfall of color. The green stems provide year-round interest.

This is an exceptionally tough, durable, and low-maintenance plant. It is an excellent choice for covering difficult slopes and banks, where its ability to root where stems touch the ground helps with erosion control. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, pollution, and neglect.

The flowers, appearing on mild winter days, can provide a rare and valuable nectar source for any early-emerging pollinators, such as hardy bumblebees. Its dense, tangled growth can also offer shelter for birds and small mammals during the winter months.

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Planting

How to Grow

Choose a location in full sun or light shade.
It thrives in nearly any well-drained soil.
Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the pot.
Place the plant in the hole and backfill with soil.
Water thoroughly after planting.
Provide a support to climb or allow it to sprawl as a groundcover.

Pro Tip

Prune hard after flowering every few years to rejuvenate the plant and prevent it from becoming a tangled mess.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Prune immediately after flowering to control size and shape.
Plant it where it can cascade over a wall for best effect.
Water during severe drought, but it is very resilient.
Allow it to root where stems touch the ground if you want it to spread.

Don't

Do not prune in late summer, fall, or winter, as this will remove the flower buds.
Avoid planting in a small, tidy border unless you plan to prune regularly.
Don't expect fragrant flowers; its beauty is purely visual.
Do not plant in soggy, poorly drained soil.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Plant
Propagate
Prune

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Cascading over retaining wallsTough groundcover for slopes and banksWinter interest on a trellis or fence

Companion Plants

Helleborus niger Galanthus nivalis Cornus sericea 'Flaviramea' Hamamelis x intermedia 'Arnold Promise' Eranthis hyemalis

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Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Winter Jasmine questions

What zones can Winter Jasmine grow in?

Winter Jasmine is hardy in USDA Zones 6–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Winter Jasmine deer resistant?

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

When does Winter Jasmine bloom?

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

Does Winter Jasmine need full sun?

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

Is Winter Jasmine drought tolerant?

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