Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Oleaceae

Genus:

Jasminum

Species:

Jasminum officinale

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Vine

Height:

12-20 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, sep, oct, nov

Bloom Colors:

white

Native Range

United States: District of Columbia, Florida, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers fertile soils in native range