Botanical name
Gelsemium sempervirens
Common name
Carolina Jasmine
Carolina Jasmine description
This lovely evergreen climber or groundcover has dark green elongated leaves and an abundance of bright yellow, sweetly perfumed flowers during Winter and Spring.
Carolina Jasmine is a vigorous grower in the right conditions and should be kept in check.
Note: All parts of this plant are poisonous if digested.
Climate
Temperate, sub-tropical, tropical
Plant cultivation and care
Plant in a full sun position sheltered from strong winds. It prefers a moist, well drained soil and requires little water once established.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in Summer or early Autumn.
Plant use
Climber, groundcover, pots
Pruning
A light prune once flowering has finished will promote a nice shape and keep the plant from getting out of hand.
Pest and diseases
No specific pests or diseases.
