Star Jasmine

Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) is a popular, vigorous evergreen woody vine known for its highly fragrant, star-shaped white flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It features glossy dark green foliage that may develop bronze tones in cooler months and is highly versatile, growing as either a climber or groundcover, typically reaching up to around 6–10 metres when supported.

Key Characteristics and Description:

• Flowers: Masses of small, white, pinwheel-shaped blooms with a strong, sweet fragrance.
• Foliage: Evergreen, oval-shaped, glossy green leaves that provide year-round coverage.
• Growth Habit: Twining woody vine that can be trained as a groundcover (around 30–60 cm tall) or climb up to 6–10 metres with support.
• Versatility: Ideal for fences, trellises, screening, pergolas, or as a dense, low-maintenance groundcover.
• Conditions: Thrives in full sun to partial shade and is well suited to USDA zones 8–11.
• Maintenance: Low maintenance once established, requiring moderate watering and occasional pruning to maintain shape and control growth.