Night Blooming Jasmine Plant Overview
The Night Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum) is a woody evergreen shrub known for its fragrant flowers that open at night. This plant, shipped in a 1-gallon pot and approximately 1 foot tall, is ideal for adding a sweet scent and visual interest to gardens and borders. Its glossy, lance-shaped leaves provide lush greenery, while the night-blooming flowers attract pollinators such as butterflies and moths.
Key Features
- Compact height of 1 foot, suitable for small gardens or borders
- Highly fragrant flowers that bloom at night
- Glossy, lance-shaped foliage enhances garden aesthetics
- Attracts pollinators including butterflies and moths
- Produces glossy white berries following the blooming period
- Easy to maintain in warm climates, suitable for beginner gardeners
- Versatile use as a specimen plant or in butterfly gardens
Growing Information
Night Blooming Jasmine thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering sessions. This plant is hardy in USDA zones 9 through 11, making it well-suited for warm climate gardens. Its woody evergreen growth habit ensures year-round greenery and seasonal fragrant blooms.