Characteristics
Climbing shrub of deciduous. Appreciated for its flowers of yellow colour from November to February.
Location
In areas of Mediterranean climate, to be placed outside, in full sun throughout the year, shade during summer heat. In colder areas, to be protected from frost.
Watering
Abundant in summer and moderate in winter.
Fertilization
Spring and fall.
Re-potting
Every 1 or 2 years, after flowering.
Substrate
100% Akadama, mixed with 20% of volcanic gravel.
Pruning and pinching
Pruning
After flowering, trim leaving 2 pairs of leaves.
Pinching
After flowering, trim leaving 2 pairs of leaves.
Wiring
Spring.
Curiosities
Within the Jasminum genus there are about 300 species. The best known «J. officinale », climber, with white and sweetly scented flowers, is found all over the Mediterranean area, forming pergolas, under which we can enjoy its aroma on summer nights. We also have a dwarf variety of «J. nudiflorum », with small leaves and yellow flowers. There is even another species, «J. beesianum », with purple-red flowers.