Trachelospermum asiaticum Snow-N-Summer (Asiatic Jasmine)
Noted for its tricolor foliage, Trachelospermum asiaticum ‘Snow-N-Summer’ (Asiatic Jasmine) is a luminous, medium-sized, evergreen shrub or vine adorned with a lovely variegated foliage. Emerging pink, the evergreen leaves turn clear white, then change to variegated white and emerald green for a beautiful contrast.
Noted for its tricolor foliage, Trachelospermum asiaticum 'Snow-N-Summer' (Asiatic Jasmine) is a luminous, medium-sized, evergreen shrub or vine adorned with a lovely variegated foliage. Emerging pink, the evergreen leaves turn clear white, then change to variegated white and emerald green for a beautiful contrast. In summer, it produces abundant clusters of sweetly fragrant, white flowers. Perfect groundcover to add brightness to any shady spot in the garden. Can also be trained to spread as a vine across a fence or trellis, or cascading out of containers.
- Grows up to 6-10 in. tall (15-25 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (60-90 cm), spreading and rooting laterally.
- Thrives in full sun to part shade in fertile, well-drained soils. Protect from cold winds. Drought-tolerant once well-established.
- Disease resistant, deer resistant, Asiatic Jasmine is an ideal plant for gardening novices.
- Propagate by layering or semi-hardwood cuttings. Prune in early spring.
- Native to Japan and Korea.
Requirements
Hardiness | 7 – 9 |
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Heat Zones | 7 – 12 |
Climate Zones | 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Climbers, Shrubs |
Plant Family | Trachelospermum – Jasmines |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Early,Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)FallWinter |
Height | 6" – 10" (15cm – 25cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24″ – 36″ (60cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
Garden Uses | Ground Covers, Patio and Containers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |