The Arabian Jasmine Also Known As The Jasmine Sambac Has Beautiful Foliage And Fragrant Flowers

Arabian Jasmine is the most common name for Jasminum sambac, but there are plenty of other names for it as well.

You may have also heard of it as being referred to as mogra, mallika, mallige and kaliyan, but they are all the same popular plant!

Plant Description:

The Arabian jasmine is a scrambling bushy vine whose most notable features are shiny dark evergreen leaves and very fragrant, small white flowers.

This is a plant that will clamber and twine up almost anything and they will use trellises or even other plants to support their growth. One thing that makes this plant such a favorite in gardens all over the world is that the waxy white flowers will fade to a gorgeous soft pink as they age.

It is thought that this plant originated in India, but it has been successfully cultivated in many, many other places. Arabian jasmine is a tropical plant, but it can even be grown in cooler climes. It may freeze to the ground in winter but can return from its roots when it gets warmer, especially if care is taken and the plant has mulch to keep it warm. It does very well in USDA Zones 9-11.

Culture Needs:

When you are looking to see what needs to happen so that you can start growing some

Arabian jasmine of your very own, there are a few tips to keep in mind. They tend to prefer hot moist areas, and they need partial sun, with full sun being ideal. The more sun they get, the more spectacularly they are going to flower. When you are looking at watering them, they should be very moist, but also keep in mind that their soil should not get soggy. A layer of mulch can make sure that your plant will grow well, and that it does not get too soggy over all. Similarly, when you are looking at fertilizer needs, these plants do very well with water-soluble quick release fertilizers and organic fertilizers like fish emulsion.

Pros:

In the first place, this is quite a gorgeous flowering shrub, one that anyone can be proud to have in their garden. It is quite tough, very hardy and it will grow well in a number of climates. You'll also find that these flowers will release a strong and lovely fragrance and that it can add some very beautiful touches of color to your garden. When you are looking for something that will bring some beauty to your garden, this is the plant for you!

Cons:

Do keep in mind that the Arabian jasmine is primarily a warm weather plant. While you can grow it in the north, you'll find that recovery from the cold of the winter can mean that you are looking at a very late blooming the following year. This plant is also prone to mealybugs, aphids and leaf spots

If you are in a place where you are thinking of expanding your garden, this is definitely a plant that you want to consider. Stop and think about what these glossy dark leaves and waxy white blooms can give your garden.

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