Common Jasmine Care

When grown in containers, the plant should receive adequate water; however, excessive watering can cause root rot. Thus, water it once a week.

Prune the flower in late winter or early spring to encourage healthy new growth. Trimming the stems to the desired length and shape will help maintain the neatness and order of the arrangement.

Every spring and summer, fertilize this plant with a balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10. Overfertilization can cause the leaves to turn yellow and the flowers to lose vigor.

The Common Jasmine prefers direct sunlight to partial shade. It is best to plant in an area that receives morning sun and afternoon shade.

Jasminum officinale prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5. If your soil is too alkaline, you can balance the pH by adding sulfur or peat moss. The ground should be improved with organic matter, such as compost or manure, to help retain moisture and encourage healthy root growth.

Layering or stem cuttings can multiply Jasmine — plant current-season cuttings in peat and sand. A stem is bent to the ground and covered with dirt when layering. After that, the branch will take root and become independent of the parent plant.

Temperate climates ranging from 50-85°F (10-30°C) are ideal for common Jasmine. It is not advisable to grow these Jasminum in colder climates due to the possibility of frost damage.

When growing the flower in a container, use one with a drainage hole because it does not tolerate standing water.

Common Jasmine has been cultivated for centuries and is frequently used to represent love and beauty.