Star Jasmine Plants UK | Trachelospermum jasminoides
Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) on tripod
Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) on trellis

Star Jasmine

Trachelospermum jasminoides

Star Jasmine, Trachelospermum jasminoides, is an evergreen climber with glossy dark green leaves and clouds of strongly scented white, star-shaped flowers in summer.

We supply it as established plants ready to make an impact straight away: a 160–180cm plant on a tripod for pots, obelisks and single positions, or a 125cm high, 80cm wide plant trained on its own trellis panel for instant cover along a fence or wall.

Grows on fences, walls, trellis and in large pots in sunny, sheltered gardens.

  • Scented white summer flowers
  • Evergreen glossy foliage
  • Tripod or ready-trained trellis
  • Screens without a wide hedge

Key product facts

Root Types Pot Grown
Plant Position Full Sun, Sheltered
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Star Jasmine Root Types

Choose from our range of Star Jasmine sizes and root types below.

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Choose your height

Pick a height to see the relevant single-plant and bulk-buy options.

Available height

160-180cm high Tripod

Pot Grown options
  • Pot Grown
    Single plants
    Free UK Delivery on orders over £300
    Large box delivery
    £74.95

    £74.95 per plant

Available height

125cm high - 80cm wide Trellis

Pot Grown options
  • Pot Grown
    Single plants
    Free UK Delivery on orders over £500
    Pallet delivery
    £195.00

    £195.00 per plant

Tripod or trellis: which Star Jasmine should I buy?

160–180cm tripod125 x 80cm trellis panel
ShapeTall, narrow column on a tripodFlat panel, trained across a trellis
Best forLarge pots, obelisks, doorways and single feature plantsCovering a fence or wall straight away
CoverageGrows on to cover a fence or trellis over timeAbout 80cm of fence covered from day one
DeliveryLarge boxPallet

How many trellis panels do I need?

Each trellis plant is about 80cm wide, so for continuous cover set them roughly 80cm apart along the fence. That is about 5 panels for 4m of fence or 8 panels for 6.4m. For a more open, budget-friendly screen, space them further apart and let them grow together, or plant tripod plants against a trellis or wires fixed to the fence.

Using Star Jasmine in your garden

A screen without the width of a hedge

Trained flat against a fence or wall, Star Jasmine takes up only a few centimetres of border but still gives a leafy, flowering screen. That makes it ideal for small gardens, side passages and patios where a hedge would be too wide. For other ways to screen a boundary, see our hedging for fences and walls or pleached trees for screening above fence height.

In pots and on patios

A tripod plant grows well in a large container, at least 50–60cm across, filled with good-quality compost. Container plants need regular watering in summer and an annual top-dressing or feed, because they cannot reach moisture and nutrients in the ground.

Is Star Jasmine a true jasmine?

No. Its botanical name is Trachelospermum jasminoides, and it belongs to a different genus from true jasmines (Jasminum). It earns the name from its jasmine-like scent and white, star-shaped flowers.

Choosing the right hedge

Is Star Jasmine right for you?

A great choice if you want:

  • Scent near a patio, door or seating area
  • Covering a fence or wall without losing border space
  • Large pots and obelisks
  • A sunny or lightly shaded, sheltered spot

Consider another hedge if:

  • Your garden is cold, exposed or a frost pocket
  • You need a freestanding hedge
  • The soil stays wet in winter
  • You cannot water in the first summer

Compare hedging for fences and walls

Planting and caring for Star Jasmine

When to plant

Our Star Jasmine is pot grown, so it can be planted for most of the year. Spring and early autumn are ideal in the UK, when the soil is warm and moist. Avoid planting into frozen or waterlogged ground or during a heatwave.

How to plant

Choose a sunny or lightly shaded, sheltered spot with well-drained soil. Dig a hole wider than the pot, mix in hedge planting compost, and plant at the same depth as in the pot. Fix trellis panels securely to the fence or wall, and leave a small gap behind for air. Water thoroughly and keep watering through the first summer.

In colder gardens

Star Jasmine is evergreen in a warm, sheltered UK garden, and the leaves often take on bronze or red tones in cold weather. In colder or exposed areas, plant it against a south or west-facing wall or fence, out of cold winds, because hard frost can damage the leaves. Avoid frost pockets and dry ground under roof overhangs.

Pruning

Trim lightly after flowering in late summer to keep it neat and tie new shoots into the support. The stems bleed a milky sap when cut, so wear gloves.

Buying help

Buying FAQs

Should I buy the tripod or the trellis Star Jasmine?

Choose the 160–180cm tripod for a large pot, an obelisk or a single feature plant. Choose the 125cm high, 80cm wide trellis panel if you want to cover a fence or wall straight away, because it arrives already trained flat.

How many Star Jasmine trellis panels do I need for my fence?

Each trellis plant is about 80cm wide, so set them roughly 80cm apart for continuous cover: about 5 panels for 4m of fence or 8 for 6.4m. Space them further apart for a more open screen that fills in over time.

When should I plant Star Jasmine in the UK?

Pot-grown Star Jasmine can be planted for most of the year, but spring and early autumn are best in the UK. Avoid frozen or waterlogged ground and very hot, dry spells, and water well through the first summer.

Can Star Jasmine grow in a pot?

Yes. A tripod plant does well in a large container, at least 50–60cm across, in good compost. Water regularly in summer and feed or top-dress each spring.

What is the botanical name of Star Jasmine?

Star Jasmine is Trachelospermum jasminoides. Despite the name, it is not a true jasmine (Jasminum), but it has a similar scent and white, star-shaped flowers.

When does Star Jasmine flower?

Star Jasmine flowers in summer once established, with clusters of strongly scented white, star-shaped flowers. Established plants usually flower more freely each year.

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