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Winter Jasmine Plant Care
Jasminum nudiflorum Lindl.
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This plant is known for its bright yellow flowers that bloom in the winter when most other plants are dormant. Originating from China, it is highly sought after by plant collectors for its ability to bring a pop of color to the garden during the colder months. The vibrant blossoms are a standout feature that adds a touch of beauty to any landscape.
Every 7–14 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–75°F
40–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Winter Jasmine?
Water Winter Jasmine every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–75°F (10–24°C) and 40–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. The ASPCA lists it as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Where Is the Winter Jasmine Native To?
What Is the Winter Jasmine?
Winter Jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum) belongs to the Oleaceae family within the Jasminum genus. Winter Jasmine is native to China.
Winter Jasmine displays a climbing vine, shrub growth habit, reaching up to 10 ft tall with a spread of approximately 5 ft. Winter Jasmine produces fragrant white or yellow blooms.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Winter Jasmine?
Jasminum nudiflorum requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Winter Jasmine Need?
Winter Jasmine thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Winter Jasmine Prefer?
Jasminum nudiflorum grows best at temperatures of 50–75°F. Winter Jasmine prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.
Temperature
50–75°F
Humidity
40–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Winter Jasmine?
Well-draining, fertile loamy soil with added compost. Good drainage is essential for Winter Jasmine to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Winter Jasmine?
Feed Winter Jasmine every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
The PlantoScan app can remind you when to water and when to fertilize each plant.
How Do You Repot a Winter Jasmine?
Repot every 2-3 years in spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Winter Jasmine?
Winter Jasmine can be propagated through softwood cuttings, layering, seeds. Similar propagation techniques also apply to arabian jasmine plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Winter Jasmine Toxic to Pets and Children?
Non-toxic to cats and dogs
Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list, which covers Jasminum species (which includes Winter Jasmine). View the ASPCA entry
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Winter Jasmine?
Winter Jasmine is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, whiteflies. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Winter Jasmine Need?
Winter Jasmine grows outdoors in USDA Zone 6a – 10b. It survives winters down to planting zone 6a. Winter Jasmine is native to China.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 6a – 10b
Keep exploring plants
Winter Jasmine is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Jasminum genus — compare its care with other Jasminum species on PlantoScan.
Jasminum is part of the Oleaceae plant family — browse all Oleaceae genera and species.
Winter Jasmine thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
More Jasminum Species
Other Jasminum species in PlantoScan's care catalogue share similar watering, light, and soil preferences:
Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Jasminum nudiflorum Lindl., family Oleaceae (first published in J. Hort. Soc. London 1: 153 (1846)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record, Wikidata.
- Pet toxicity: The ASPCA lists Jasminum species (which includes Winter Jasmine) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Source: ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List.
- Photo: AI-generated illustration (labelled on the image).
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 6a – 10b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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