Star jasmine, Trachelospermum jasminoides, is an evergreen twining vine valued for glossy foliage and exceptionally fragrant white flowers. It can be grown along trellises, fences, arbors, and other supports.
Quick Care Guide
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Water: Regular while establishing
Fertilizer: Light spring feeding
Pruning: After flowering
Best Use: Trellises, arbors, fences, containers
Cold Hardiness: Well suited to East Texas
Overview
Star jasmine is not a true jasmine but produces intensely fragrant, jasmine-like flowers. Given adequate support, it can climb approximately 20 feet.
Light Requirements
Full sun provides the strongest flowering.
Plants tolerate some partial shade, particularly during the hottest portion of the afternoon.
Soil & Planting
Use fertile, well-drained soil.
Prepare compacted East Texas soil before planting and provide a sturdy support structure.
Watering
Water regularly while establishing.
Once established, star jasmine has some drought tolerance, but regular watering during prolonged summer drought will support better growth.
Fertilizing
A spring fertilizer application is appropriate when soil fertility is limited.
Avoid excessive fertilizer.
Training & Pruning
Train young stems onto a trellis or other support.
Prune after flowering to control size and maintain the desired form.
The sap can be sticky, so clean pruning tools afterward.
Seasonal Care in East Texas
Winter: Evergreen foliage generally persists.
Spring: Flowering begins as temperatures rise.
Summer: Train new growth and water during drought.
Fall: Continue light maintenance and remove unwanted stems.
Growing Star Jasmine in Containers
Star jasmine can be grown in large containers, particularly when trained onto decorative trellises.
Use a quality potting mix and provide drainage.
Pests & Diseases
Star jasmine is generally fairly low maintenance, although scale, aphids, and other common landscape pests can occur.
Where to Find Quality Star Jasmine
Gen1 Greenhouse offers star jasmine in both trellised and staked forms.
Other Care Guides
See our other Gen1 Greenhouse guides for flowering vines and evergreen landscape plants.
