Trachelospermum asiaticum ‘Snow-N-Summer’ (Asiatic Jasmine)
Asiatic Jasmine 'Snow-N-Summer', Dwarf Confederate Jasmine 'Snow-N-Summer', Japanese Star Jasmine 'Snow-N-Summer', Trachelospermum asiaticum 'HOSNS'
Noted for its tricolor foliage, Trachelospermum asiaticum ‘Snow-N-Summer’ (Asiatic Jasmine) is a luminous, medium-sized, evergreen shrub or vine adorned with a lovely variegated foliage. Emerging pink, the evergreen leaves turn clear white, then change to variegated white and emerald green for a beautiful contrast. In summer, it produces abundant clusters of sweetly fragrant, white flowers. Perfect groundcover to add brightness to any shady spot in the garden. Can also be trained to spread as a vine across a fence or trellis, or cascading out of containers.
- Grows up to 6-10 in. tall (15-25 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (60-90 cm), spreading and rooting laterally.
- Thrives in full sun to part shade in fertile, well-drained soils. Protect from cold winds. Drought-tolerant once well-established.
- Disease resistant, deer resistant, Asiatic Jasmine is an ideal plant for gardening novices.
- Propagate by layering or semi-hardwood cuttings. Prune in early spring.
- Native to Japan and Korea.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
7 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Climbers, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Trachelospermum |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
6" - 10" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing |
24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness |
7 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
7 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Climbers, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Trachelospermum |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
6" - 10" (20cm - 30cm) |
| Spread |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spacing |
24" - 36" (60cm - 90cm) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer |
| Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
