Jasminum officinale - Common Jasmine
A classic and vigorous climbing plant renowned for its intensely fragrant white flowers that perfume the garden throughout the warmer months. This traditional cottage garden favourite combines rapid growth with stunning scent and delicate beauty.
Seasonal Highlights
From early summer through to early autumn, the plant produces abundant clusters of pure white tubular flowers that release their powerful sweet fragrance, particularly in the evening. The pinnate foliage provides attractive green coverage throughout the growing season.
Key Features
- Intensely fragrant white flowers
- Long flowering period from summer to autumn
- Vigorous climbing habit for quick coverage
- Delicate pinnate foliage
- Fully hardy and easy to grow
Perfect For
Excellent for covering walls, fences, pergolas, and arches where its scent can be appreciated. Ideal planted near seating areas, windows, and doorways. Perfect for cottage gardens and traditional planting schemes. Can be grown in large containers with support.
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Provide sturdy support for the twining stems to climb. Water regularly during establishment and dry spells. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and control vigour, removing weak or overcrowded growth. Mulch in spring to retain moisture.
Looks Great With
Combines beautifully with climbing roses, clematis, and honeysuckle for layered interest. Works well with lavender and rosemary planted at the base. Complements traditional herbaceous borders and Mediterranean-style plantings.
An essential climber for anyone seeking to add powerful fragrance and romantic charm to their garden with a plant that delivers beauty and performance year after year.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
