Trachelospermum jasminoides - Chinese Star Jasmine

Trachelospermum jasminoides

The Trachelospermum jasminoides Star Jasmine also known as Chinese Star Jasmine is a stunning evergreen climber renowned for its masses of fragrant white star-shaped flowers and glossy dark green foliage.

An evergreen climber with glossy dark green leaves that bear masses of jasmine perfumed white star shaped flowers announcing the start of Spring!

This versatile climbing and ground cover plant delivers year-round ornamental interest combined with intoxicating fragrance and reliable performance.

Growth Size: Approx 3-4m h x 3m w

Positioning: Full sun to part shade but flowering best in full sun

Temperament: Light frost tolerant but prefers warmer climate, drought tolerant once established

Perfect for: Ground cover, climber, cover walls/fences, spill over walls

Characteristics

The most distinctive characteristic is the masses of jasmine perfumed white star shaped flowers that appear in spring.

The delicate star-shaped blooms release an intoxicating jasmine fragrance that fills your garden with natural perfume.

The abundant flowers create spectacular floral displays that attract pollinators and create a sensory garden experience.

The Star Jasmine features attractive glossy dark green leaves that provide year-round visual appeal and ornamental backdrop to the flowers.

The evergreen nature ensures consistent presence throughout all seasons.

Flowering from Summer to Autumn, the Star Jasmine delivers an extended blooming period, providing colour and fragrance across multiple seasons.

Size & Growth

Growth Size is usually a spread around 3-4m tall x 3m w (or up to 6m x 6m depending on support and training).

The moderate to fast growth rate ensures steady establishment without overwhelming planting areas.

Growing Requirements

Suits climates Cool to Tropical, the Star Jasmine adapts to diverse Australian climates from cooler to warmer regions.

Position these in full sun to part shade, full sun will have the best flowering

Light frost tolerant but prefers warmer climates + drought tolerant once established.

Once established, remarkably low-maintenance with minimal care requirements.

Perfect Uses

> Ground cover - across garden beds and borders

> Climber - Train it as a climbing vine up trellises, walls, and fences

Why Choose Star Jasmine

> heavily scented marking the start of spring

> Masses of fragrant white star

> Glossy dark green evergreen foliage

> Climbing and ground cover applications

> Drought tolerance

> Low maintenance