Jasminum

Jasmine (Jasminum) originated from the subtropical and temperate climate zones of the Northern Hemisphere. The genus unites about 200 species with white, yellow, pinkish flowers with a strong aroma. In some species, the flowering period falls in winter, in others-in spring and summer. Some of them are grown as indoor plants, others as climbing plants for balconies, terraces and pergolas. Holoflower jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum), one of the most common species, is a shrubby plant, but it is also used as a climbing plant. Very fragrant large - flowered jasmine (J. grandiflorum) - the only one evergreen from indoor species, and jasmine officinale (J. officinale) is used for growing in the garden.

Jasmine (Jasminum) originated from the subtropical and temperate climate zones of the Northern Hemisphere. The genus unites about 200 species with white, yellow, pinkish flowers with a strong aroma. In some species, the flowering period falls in winter, in others-in spring and summer. Some of them are grown as indoor plants, others as climbing plants for balconies, terraces and pergolas. Holoflower jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum), one of the most common species, is a shrubby plant, but it is also used as a climbing plant. Very fragrant large - flowered jasmine (J. grandiflorum) - the only one evergreen from indoor species, and jasmine officinale (J. officinale) is used for growing in the garden.

Cultivation

Jasmine plants are grown outdoors, using well-drained garden soil of any type. In indoor conditions, large-flowered jasmine is more often grown. After transplanting, they require light pruning, which promotes the growth of side shoots. Sustainable species can be grown without fear of any difficulties. In summer, they grow only in the open air, and in warm winters they do not need to be placed in a protected closed room (this is their difference from most types of jasmine, which do not tolerate low temperatures).

Jasmine plants are grown outdoors, using well-drained garden soil of any type. In indoor conditions, large-flowered jasmine is more often grown. After transplanting, they require light pruning, which promotes the growth of side shoots.

Sustainable species can be grown without fear of any difficulties. In summer, they grow only in the open air, and in warm winters they do not need to be placed in a protected closed room (this is their difference from most types of jasmine, which do not tolerate low temperatures).

Location

Jasmine plants should only be grown in well-lit areas. Light shading is only possible in the southern regions.

Temperature

The determining factor for proper jasmine growth is temperature, especially for indoor species. At home, the temperature should be set in the range of 10-14 °C; in such conditions, the leaves do not dry and ovaries are formed. In winter, a suitable space may be, for example, a landing. In summer, the thermometer reading can even rise to 22 °C, if, of course, good ventilation is provided. Hardy species (usually grown outdoors) tolerate even fairly low temperatures.

Watering

The soil must be kept moist at all times. They are watered often in summer, less often in winter and during the flowering period. It is preferable to use soft water, in which a liquid complex fertilizer is added once a week, and especially during the active growing season. Houseplants, in addition, should be sprayed with water, taking care that it does not fall on the flowers.

Transplant

It is carried out after flowering: in late winter, spring or autumn, depending on the species. Use pots slightly larger than the previous ones, filled with well-drained soil.

Care

When caring for jasmine plants at home, do not use lustrous solutions.

Reproduction

Jasmine is propagated vegetatively, using semi-woody cuttings about 10 cm long. They are cut from apical shoots, in species with early flowering in spring, and in autumn-with late flowering. The lower section is treated with hormones to stimulate the appearance of roots. For rooting, use soil (a mixture of sand and peat), which is constantly maintained in a moist state. Rooted seedlings can be transplanted into pots, providing climbing species with supports.

Diseases

Jasmine plants are sometimes damaged by green apple aphids, whose colonies appear on the tops of shoots, and mealybugs, whose colonies look like white wax plaques. Aphids are removed with insecticides; worms are removed with a cloth soaked in alcohol, and then the plants are treated with a special preparation. Improper watering, either insufficient or excessive, can lead to shriveling and wilting of the leaves. Browning of buds is a symptom of plants being exposed to direct sunlight.

Jasmine plants are sometimes damaged by green apple aphids, whose colonies appear on the tops of shoots, and mealybugs, whose colonies look like white wax plaques.

Aphids are removed with insecticides; worms are removed with a cloth soaked in alcohol, and then the plants are treated with a special preparation. Improper watering, either insufficient or excessive, can lead to shriveling and wilting of the leaves. Browning of buds is a symptom of plants being exposed to direct sunlight.

Acquisition

Jasmine seedlings are easily purchased at gardening centers. Often they are specimens driven out in the greenhouse, so in subsequent years the flowering period comes later. Too dark buds may not open at all.