Italian Jasmine

Jasminum Humile

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Overview

Winter Jasmine (Jasminum humile) is a deciduous shrub, charmed by arching branches bearing bright yellow blooms in late winter to early spring, pre-leaf emergence. Mature size reaches about 4-7 feet high with a similar spread. Hardy in zones 7-10, this plant thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soil. Versatile, it can be used for bank stabilization or as an informal hedge.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 8–9Climate Temperate

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Winter Jasmine (Jasminum humile) is a deciduous shrub

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — charmed by arching branches bearing bright yellow blooms in late winter to early spring

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Hardy in zones 7-10, this plant thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soil

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Mature size reaches about 4-7 feet high with a similar spread

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Winter Jasmine (Jasminum humile)

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Versatile, it can be used for bank stabilization or as an informal hedge

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Originating from western China

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 8–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 8–13 Ft.

Classification

Family: Oleaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Winter Jasmine (Jasminum humile) is a deciduous shrub

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — charmed by arching branches bearing bright yellow blooms in late winter to early spring

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Hardy in zones 7-10, this plant thrives in full sun to part shade and requires well-drained soil

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Mature size reaches about 4-7 feet high with a similar spread

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Winter Jasmine (Jasminum humile)

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Versatile, it can be used for bank stabilization or as an informal hedge

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Originating from western China

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — offers a vibrant splash of color in the often-drab winter landscape

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — ensuring it can thrive in many temperate climates

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — it's well-adapted to USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — <br><br>The Winter Jasmine features arching green branches

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — This plant is particularly well-suited to slopes and retaining walls

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — These mildly fragrant blossoms make their appearance in late winter to early spring

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — which become a striking focal point when adorned with bright yellow flowers

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — often before the foliage emerges

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — providing a cheerful contrast against the gray winter palette

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — though it prefers well-drained loam with a pH ranging from slightly acidic to slightly alkaline

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — As for sunlight, full sun to partial shade is optimal, receiving at least 4 hours of direct sunlight a day

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — <br><br>The plant is tolerant of a variety of soil types

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Winter Jasmine requires minimal care once established

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — just annual pruning after flowering to maintain its shape and promote bushier growth

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — Its versatility makes it a superb choice for a mass planting or as a standout specimen in the garden

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — capable of adding both structure and vibrant color during the colder months

Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Humile) — yellow flowers in the garden

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