Carolina Jasmine,Evening Trumpet. An evergreen, twining perennial climber with glossy leaves. Attractive sweetly scented, funnel-shaped, yellow flowers, with darker throats in spring early summer. Max Height 3m to 6m. Max Spread 1m. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Not hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Gelsemium sempervirens
An evergreen, twining perennial climber with glossy leaves. Attractive sweetly scented, funnel-shaped, yellow flowers, with darker throats in spring early summer.
Category: Climbers
Additional information
Generic | Gelsemium |
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Species | sempervirens |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Carolina Jasmine, Evening Trumpet |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 3m, 6m |
Family | Loganiaceae |
Spread | 1m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | TRUE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Not hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Provide support |
Border | Pot, Conservatory plant, Warm wall |
Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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