Crape Jasmine
Tabernaemontana divaricata
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Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jun 14, 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.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Crape Jasmine
Crape jasmine (Tabernaemontana divaricata) is an evergreen tropical shrub native to South and Southeast Asia with glossy foliage and intensely fragrant, pinwheel-shaped pure white flowers produced nearly year-round. It is a popular hedge and specimen plant in warm-climate gardens. Starting at $24.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Clay, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
In bloom. Good planting window.
In bloom.
In bloom.
In bloom. Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Crape jasmine thrives in full sun to part shade in Northeast Florida; partial shade (morning sun, afternoon shade) produces the best foliage and heaviest bloom in summer heat.
Water regularly to establish, then reduce to moderate irrigation; this shrub has good drought tolerance once rooted in well-drained soil and does not tolerate waterlogging.
Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Fertilize with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring; avoid high-alkaline conditions and amend if needed to prevent chlorosis.
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Common questions
Is Crape Jasmine a good plant for St. Augustine?
Crape Jasmine is a shrub for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-10 feet × 3-6 feet.
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.