Tropicals

Trachelospermum asiaticum

Asiatic jasmine

Trachelospermum asiaticum. Available size and form may vary.

Glossy evergreen leaves cover wiry trailing or twining stems. Asiatic jasmine can spill from containers or climb a support, with fragrant pale flowers mainly in late spring and early summer. Trim vigorous stems to keep the display contained.

At a glance

Water: Moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness: Species: USDA zones 7–11
Bloom: Fragrant cream-white flowers, late spring–early summer.
Light: Sun to partial shade

Sizes & prices

3.5"$16.99
6"$29.99
6"$34.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Generally resistant; browsing remains possible.
Drought: Established plants tolerate drought.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Growing & care

Soil: Average to fertile, well-drained mix.
Pruning: Trim in early spring to control spreading stems.
Support: Provide a frame for climbing or let stems cascade.
Winter: Protect container roots from freezing; do not assume the miniature selection is hardy here.
Size & training: As a groundcover, about 1–2 ft. tall with a 10–12 ft. spread; stems can also climb a support. Trim in early spring to control spreading growth.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Photo: Oddharmonic · CC-BY-SA 2.0

Reviewed September 26, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.