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Gelsemium sempervirens
A vigorous climber with fine bright green leaves. Foliage covers a trellis well but not does not get thick and rampant. Clusters of fragrant yellow flowers in spring and summer. Best to prune after flowering. Hardy to light frost, prefers well drained soil, plant in sun or semi-shade.
Genus
Gelsemium
Species
sempervirens
Cultivar
Common name
Carolina jasmine
Family name
Loganiaceae
Place of origin
Mexico
DETAILS
Height
4 m
Width
2 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types
Moisture
Soil must be well drained
Exposure
Grows in sun or semi-shade / Tolerates some frost
Immaculate / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Climbers
Category
Twining stems or curling tendrils, over 5 metre.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
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