Care

Planting & Growing
Thrives in enriched, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system. Provide support such as trellis or arbor, or allow to ramble on the ground. Prune annually to control size. Sap may irritate; protect skin when pruning. Not fit for human or animal consumption.

Attracts Pollinators, Butterflies, Birds
Brand Monrovia Growers
Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Evergreen
Family Name Jessamine
Flower Color Yellow
Bloom Time Late Winter to Early Spring
Foliage Color Green
Genus Name Gelsemium
Growth Rate Fast
Hardiness Zone 7
Landscape Uses Container, Espalier, Firescaping/Firewise, Groundcover, Massing, Screening, Woodland Garden
Light Needs Partial Shade, Full Sun
Mature Height 20 feet
Prune Time Prune After Flowering
Water Needs Average to Moist