A tender evergreen twiner with thick waxy leaves and clusters of pure white, powerfully fragrant tubular flowers prized in bridal bouquets. It needs warmth, humidity and a sheltered, frost-free spot.
At a glance
- Plant type: Climber
- Mature size: 4 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: high maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Madagascar Jasmine
Stephanotis floribunda is a moderate-growing climber in the Apocynaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Madagascar Jasmine
Madagascar Jasmine suits tropical and subtropical climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Madagascar Jasmine does best in loamy and free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Madagascar Jasmine is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Madagascar Jasmine after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is high maintenance.
Using Madagascar Jasmine in the garden
Madagascar Jasmine earns its place for its fragrance, pots and courtyard containers, cut flowers for the vase and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Madagascar Jasmine with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and tropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is thornless and easy to handle.
Buying Madagascar Jasmine
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