Evergreen Shrub – Summer Soul Arabian Jasmine

Summer soul arabian jasmine 

Botanical name: jasminum sambac ‘monhariklia’

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: can reach 6-8 ft in height with a spread of 3-4 ft 

Hardy zone: zones 8-10 

Foliage color: green 

Bloom time: has several blooming periods year-round 

Flower color:  white 

Growth rate: grows at least 1-2 ft per year 

Pruning instructions: trim when blooms have spent for the season to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods:  propagate with cuttings in the summer once spring blooms are spent 

Landscape use:  borders, container plant, patio, trellis, entryway, hedge 

Light needs: 4-6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: fragrant, pet safe, can climb up a trellis

Watering instructions: keep soil consistently moist but not soggy 

Fertilizing instructions : use a fertilizer that is slightly higher in phosphorus in the early spring before new growth begins to emerge, switch to a low-nitrogen fertilizer and feed once a month throughout the spring growing season to promote more and longer lasting blooms 

Best time to plant: spring or summer 

Best type of soil: loam 

Companion plants: clematis, juniper, gardenia, lantana

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no