Carolina Jessamine
Gelsemium Sempervirens
Overview
Carolina Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens) is an evergreen vine valued for its vibrant trumpet-shaped, yellow flowers. Blossoms appear in late winter to early spring, offering a fragrant display. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Once established, this USA-native plant is drought tolerant. Ideal for trellises or fences, it can grow 10-20 feet in length and 3-6 feet wide, enhancing vertical structure with minimal maintenance.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 7–11Type VineClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 7–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Vine
- Family
- Loganiaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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