Asiatic Jasmine
Trachelospermum asiaticum
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Aug 4, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Asiatic Jasmine
Asiatic Jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) is a vigorous evergreen groundcover native to Japan and Korea, forming a dense, weed-suppressing mat of small, glossy dark green leaves on woody twining stems. It is one of the most widely used low-maintenance groundcovers in warm-climate landscapes. Starting at $5.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Rarely blooms in Florida
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Asiatic jasmine is exceptionally adaptable to light conditions — from full shade to full sun — making it one of NE Florida's most versatile groundcovers. In full sun it requires adequate irrigation until established; it prefers moderate shade in the hottest exposures. Rarely blooms in Florida under any light condition.
Once established, Asiatic jasmine is highly drought-tolerant and rarely needs supplemental irrigation in NE Florida beyond the first growing season. Water regularly during establishment (first 6–12 months). Avoid prolonged waterlogging; it tolerates most soils except permanently wet conditions.
Plant in virtually any well-draining soil — sandy, loam, or clay. Minimal fertilization is needed; a light application of balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring supports establishment. Trim edges occasionally to keep it in bounds; it does not require mowing.
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Common questions
Is Asiatic Jasmine a good plant for St. Augustine?
Asiatic Jasmine is a groundcover for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-1.5 feet × 3+ feet (spreads indefinitely as groundcover).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed March 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.