Winter jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Winter jasmine on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Oleaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Winter jasmine
Jasminum nudiflorum, commonly known as Winter Jasmine, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its early winter bloom. Its angular, green stems become adorned with small, bright yellow flowers before the leaves emerge, offering a vibrant display of color during the colder months. It is perfect for covering walls, slopes, or as a trailing plant in large containers, bringing cheer to the winter garden.
Native range
China
Care tips
It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is very tolerant of cold temperatures. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out slightly between waterings, and good drainage is essential to prevent waterlogging. It adapts to most soil types, as long as they are well-drained. A common mistake is pruning too late in the season, which can reduce the following year's flowering.
How to save a dying Winter jasmine
- Warning signs
- Dry, brittle stems, withered or yellowing leaves falling, no winter blooming.
- First aid
- Drastic pruning of dead branches, ensure good drainage, moderate regular watering, protect from extreme frosts. Check for pests.
- What kills it
- Overwatering causing root rot or complete lack of water in dry periods. Severe unprotected frosts.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, it's a resilient plant. With proper pruning and care, it usually regrows strongly. Patience and observation.