Carolina Jessamine
Gelsemium sempervirens
Vigorous, climbing evergreen vine with shiny dark green foliage. Attracts butterflies.
Bloom/Feature
Fragrant, bright yellow flowers in spring
Plant Type
Vines
Evergreen or Deciduous
Deciduous
USDA Zones
7, 8, 9, 10
Zone Detail
Hardy to 0°F to 10°F
Key Features
Returns Year After Year
Flowering Season
Spring
Use
Accent, Climber, Container, Woodland Garden
Exposure
Full Sun
Water
Soil Type
Well-drained garden soil
Fertilizer
Yearly in early spring
Dimensions
3–4' H x 4' W
Pruning
None needed
Planting Instructions
- water before planting
- plant in Full Sun to Part Shade
- dig hole 3X the width of pot,
- backfill and plant 1"-2" above soil level
- water and add more soil if needed
- mulch plants