Shrub
Crape Jasmine
Tabernaemontana divaricata
Monrovia® varieties
Traits
Varieties We Carry
StandardTabernaemontana divaricataDiv Flore PlenoTabernaemontana divaricataMonrovia
Sizes & Pricing
#1MonroviaFrom$24.95
7 galFrom$59.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 15.
LightFull Sun to Part Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size6-10 feet × 3-6 feet
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
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
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In bloom. Retains foliage through winter. May need protection below 25°F.
Care essentials
Light
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
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.
Soil & Fertilizer
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.