Jasmine Winter

Winter-Flowered Jasmine

Winter Jasmine is a striking, cold-season shrub admired for its vivid yellow flowers that bloom in late winter to early spring, often before its leaves emerge. This early display of color brightens dormant landscapes, making the plant a favorite for gardeners hoping to extend seasonal interest. Its long, arching green stems create an elegant, cascading form that works beautifully on slopes, walls, and trellises, or as a groundcover in larger beds. Unlike fragrant jasmines, Winter Jasmine is grown primarily for its visual impact rather than scent.

Adaptable and resilient, Winter Jasmine thrives in a variety of garden settings and tolerates both urban and rural conditions. It performs well in full sun to partial shade and maintains its structure throughout the year, providing texture even when not in bloom. With minimal care requirements and strong cold tolerance, it is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a reliable, decorative shrub that adds charm and brightness during the darkest months of the year.

Care Instructions

Planting

Choose a sunny to partly shaded site. Plant in early spring or fall, spacing shrubs to allow room for their arching growth.

Watering

Water regularly during establishment. Once mature, Winter Jasmine is moderately drought tolerant but benefits from occasional deep watering.

Pruning

Prune immediately after flowering to shape the plant and encourage next season’s blooms. Remove old or damaged stems.

Pest Control

Generally pest-resistant. Watch for aphids; treat with insecticidal soap if needed.

Soil Tips

Prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Tolerates a range of soil types but performs best with organic matter mixed in.