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Carolina Jessamine

Gelsemium sempervirens

Vigorous, climbing evergreen vine with shiny dark green foliage. Attracts butterflies.

Light Needs

Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

USDA Zones
7a - 10b

mature dimensions

3–4′ H x 4′ W
This plant is suitable for your USDA Zone 8b
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More About Carolina Jessamine

Bloom/Feature

Fragrant, bright yellow flowers in spring

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Deciduous

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Returns Year After Year

Flowering Season

Spring

Uses

Accent, Climber, Container, Woodland Garden

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in early spring

Pruning

After flowering

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

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