Arabian Jasmine, Sambac Jasmine – Jasminum sambac ‘Belle of India’

Description

General Landscape Uses: Hedge or border, climbing vine, container planting, ground cover, fragrance garden, mixed flower beds, sacred spaces, accent plant

Ecological Restoration Notes: native habitat support, soil stabilization, pollinator support

Description: A variety of Arabian Jasmine that has a lovely appearance and strong, sweet fragrance.

Dimensions: Height – 1 – 2 ft.

Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

Native Range: Southeast Asia

Native Habitats: Open areas and forest edges

Soils: Well-drained, loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH

Nutritional Requirements: Soil with organic matter

Salt Water Tolerance: Low to Moderate

Salt Wind Tolerance: Moderate

Drought Tolerance: Moderate

Light Requirements: Full sun

Flower Color: White

Flower Characteristics: Fragrant

Flowering Season: All year

Fruit: Green to black or purplish small fleshy berry

Wildlife and Ecology: Pollinator support, wildlife attraction (birds and insects), soil and water conservation

Horticultural Notes: Grown from cuttings, layering, or by seed.