Trachelospermum asiaticum

A woody, evergreen, creeping or climbing shrub growing to around 2m tall and 2m wide.

Leaves are oval, glossy and dark green, sometimes tinged purple in cooler times. Highly scented star-shaped creamy orange flowers are produced throughout summer.

Prefers full sun to partial shade with moist but well-drained soil. Established plants will tolerate drought conditions.

Always choose healthy, well-grown plants. Planting after autumn rains when the soil is moist and warm allows plants to become established before winter. This enables them to withstand dry periods during the following summer. Before planting, ensure that the root-ball is saturated and remove planter bag pot or wrapping with the minimum of root disturbance. Trim any broken roots or stems and plant at the same level as in the container. Mulch with an organic mulch after planting. This will help suppress weeds and retain moisture.

Apply an organic mulch annually to help suppress weeds and conserve moisture. Feed annually in spring with a balanced fertiliser such as blood and bone at a handful per square metre in spring as new growth begins. Pruning can be done after flowering has finished, this is normally done just to keep growth in check and keep the plant tidy. Old, woody plants can be rejuvenated by hard pruning and a balanced feed applied at the same time to encourage new growth.

Attracts pollinators to the garden.

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