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Night Blooming Jessamine

Cestrum Nocturnum

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Overview

Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum nocturnum) is an aromatic shrub reaching 6-13 ft. in height, with simple leaves and tubular, green-white flowers. Blooms release a potent fragrance at night, attracting pollinators. Thrives in well-drained soil with partial to full sun exposure. Contains toxic components; caution advised around pets/children. USDA Zones 8-11. Plant 4-6 ft. apart to allow growth. Regular pruning maintains shape and encourages flowering.

Sun Full, HalfWater High, MediumZones 10–11Type ShrubClimate Subtropical
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum nocturnum) is an aromatic shrub reaching 6-13 ft

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
High, Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Solanaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — sheltered location with well-draining soil
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — in height, with simple leaves and tubular, green-white flowers; lanceolate leaves measuring 4 to 8, image 54
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — Thrives in well-drained soil with partial to full sun exposure; shrub with white and yellow blooms, image 82
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — especially in the growing season; but be cautious of overwatering to avoid root rot
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — these blooms emit an intoxicating
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — Blooms release a potent fragrance at night, attracting pollinators; especially in the growing season, image 55
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — lanceolate leaves measuring 4 to 8 inches long
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — The foliage provides a lush backdrop for the tiny tubular flowers; blooms release a potent fragrance at night
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — lanceolate leaves measuring 4 to 8 inches long; when included in a landscape design, image 89
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — but be cautious of overwatering to avoid root rot
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — This species thrives in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11 and prefers a warm
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — When included in a landscape design; so placement should be mindful of pets and children, image 74
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — Blooms release a potent fragrance at night, attracting pollinators; especially in the growing season, image 81
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — this nocturnal treasure provides an ambient and aromatic experience unheard during the daytime, image 101
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — yearly pruning is recommended; contains toxic components; caution advised around pets/children, image 68
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — Blooms release a potent fragrance at night, attracting pollinators; especially in the growing season
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — The Night Blooming Jessamine is relatively low-maintenance but is considered toxic if ingested; this, image 72
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — shrub with white and yellow blooms; yearly pruning is recommended, image 77
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — in height, with simple leaves and tubular, green-white flowers; lanceolate leaves measuring 4 to 8, image 80
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — shrub for full or half; this nocturnal treasure provides an ambient and aromatic experience unheard during the
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — offering a substantial presence in the landscape.<br><br>Its slender branches are adorned with, image 62
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — lanceolate leaves measuring 4 to 8 inches long; when included in a landscape design, image 63
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — offering a substantial presence in the landscape.<br><br>Its slender branches are adorned with simple
Night Blooming Jessamine (Cestrum Nocturnum) — this nocturnal treasure provides an ambient and aromatic experience unheard during the daytime, image 75
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