Jasminum nudiflorum single cane

Planting and Positioning

Jasminum nudiflorum, or Winter Jasmine, is a deciduous climber or sprawling shrub valued for its bright yellow flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring—often when few other plants are in flower. Supplied as a single cane, this plant is ideal for training against walls, fences, or trellis structures and can also be allowed to cascade over low walls.

• Sunlight Requirements: Best grown in full sun to light partial shade. It flowers most abundantly when positioned in a sunny, sheltered spot.

• Location: Ideal for south- or west-facing walls where the heat from the sun encourages early blooms. It can also be grown over archways, pergolas, or as groundcover on banks and slopes.

• Soil Type: Tolerant of most soil types, but performs best in moist, well-drained soil. Avoid waterlogged or extremely dry positions.

• Soil Preparation: Improve poor or sandy soils with organic matter such as compost or well-rotted manure before planting.

• Planting Depth: Plant the cane so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Firm in well and water thoroughly after planting.

• Training: Use the single cane as a starting point to train the plant vertically. Tie the cane gently to a support structure such as a trellis, wall wire, or obelisk.

• Spacing: If planting more than one, allow 1–1.5 metres between plants to give room for spreading.

Watering, Feeding, and Ongoing Care

Winter Jasmine is easy to care for and requires minimal attention once established. Regular maintenance, especially in the early stages of growth, helps ensure a strong, healthy plant.

• Watering Young Plants: Keep well-watered during the first year, especially during dry spells. Once established, it is reasonably drought tolerant.

• Ongoing Watering: Water during prolonged dry periods, especially in sandy soils or container-grown specimens.

• Feeding: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in early spring just before growth begins. Alternatively, use a liquid feed monthly during the growing season (March to August).

• Mulching: Mulch around the base in spring with organic matter to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Tying In: As shoots grow, tie them to supports to encourage upward or outward growth in the desired direction.

• Pruning: Prune immediately after flowering in late winter to early spring. Remove old or damaged stems and thin out congested growth to keep the plant tidy and encourage new flowering shoots.

• Growth Habit: Can be trained as a climber, grown as a mound-forming shrub, or allowed to trail. Not self-clinging—requires tying for vertical growth.

• Container Growing: Suitable for large containers with support. Use a soil-based compost such as John Innes No. 3 for stability and moisture retention.

Flowering, Hardiness, and Long-Term Management

Jasminum nudiflorum is a low-maintenance, hardy plant that provides cheerful winter colour year after year. It’s especially valued in colder gardens where other jasmine varieties may not survive.

• Flowering Season: Produces bright yellow, star-shaped flowers on bare green stems from December through March, depending on the climate.

• Foliage: After flowering, small trifoliate green leaves appear, giving the plant a fresh spring appearance.

• Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK and Europe, tolerating temperatures as low as -15°C to -20°C.

• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and not prone to disease. Good air circulation and proper pruning prevent any fungal issues.

• Rejuvenation: If the plant becomes overgrown or woody, it can be cut back hard in early spring to rejuvenate. It will regrow from the base in the following season.

• Lifespan: Long-lived and reliable, often providing decades of winter interest with minimal intervention.

• Companion Planting: Works well with spring bulbs like snowdrops and crocuses or evergreen shrubs that provide a backdrop to its bright blooms.

Jasminum nudiflorum single cane is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking early colour, ease of care, and year-round structure. Whether used to brighten up a wall or allowed to spill over a retaining edge, this plant offers bold, sunshine-yellow flowers right when they are most needed in the garden

• Size
  2 Ltr, single cane

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