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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Oleaceae (Olives) |
| Origin: New Caledonia (Pacific Ocean) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Synonyms: [J. ligustrifolium, Hort.] |
| Height: 3-5 feet |
| Width: Spreading |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Deer Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Medium Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Jasminum leratii (Privet-leaved Jasmine) - An evergreen shrubby vine that if given support will climb up as high as 12 feet but without support it can remain shrubby and can be kept to 4-6 feet tall with pruning. It has lanceolate glossy, 1 to 2 inch long, dark green leaves that are borne on thin reddish stems. Clusters of 3/4 inch long white flowers appear along the stems in spring and sporadically all year long. It prefers sun to bright shade and regular watering. The foliage of this plant resembles a privet leaf and for many years this plant was sold under the name Jasminum ligustifolium. It has a similar look to Star Jasmine, Trachelospermum jasminoides, but the leaves are finer in texture, and the bloom texture and fragrance are a bit more delicate. We have had reports of this plant being hardy to 20°F but have experienced damage on our nursery plants at 26° F.
Information on this page is based on research conducted in our nursery library, from online sources, as well as from observations made of this plant as it grows in our nursery, in the nursery's garden and in other gardens where we have observed it. We also will incorporate comments received from others and welcome getting feedback of any kind from those who have additional information, particularly if this information is contrary to what we have written or includes additional cultural tips would aid others in growing Jasminum leratii.
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