Winter Jasmine

Jasminum nudiflorum

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Oleaceae
Genus:
Jasminum
Species:
Jasminum nudiflorum
USDA Symbol:
JANU

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Vine
Height:
300 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jan,feb,mar
Bloom Colors:
yellow
Landscaping Shrub:
Yes

Wildlife Benefits

Bees:
★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
Butterflies & Moths:
★★★★☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Deer Resistant:
Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, fertile, loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to rocky slopes and open woodlands

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
Germination Time:
30–60 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 2-3 months before sowing.