Groundcover
Asiatic Jasmine
Trachelospermum asiaticum
Traits
Varieties We Carry
TricolorTrachelospermum asiaticumAngyoTrachelospermum asiaticumBronze BeautyTrachelospermum asiaticum
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$5.95
3 galFrom$49.95
7 galFrom$79.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightFull Sun, Part Shade, Full Shade
WaterLow
Mature size0.5-1.5 feet × 3+ feet (spreads indefinitely as groundcover)
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
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
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.
Water
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.
Soil & Fertilizer
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.