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Local Verdict
"The go-to evergreen vine for trellises and fences. Intensely fragrant white flowers in early summer."
Difficulty
Growth RateFast
LifespanLong
Overview
Not a true jasmine, but equally fragrant. This twining vine is a staple in California landscapes because it looks clean and green year-round.
In May and June, it is covered in pinwheel-shaped white flowers that smell like vanilla perfume. It can be grown as a vine or sheared as a groundcover.
Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure
Sun to Part Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Soil Type
Adaptable
Elevation
Up to 2,500 ft
Care Cheat Sheet
- 01.
Support Needed: Needs a trellis or wire to climb; it does not cling to walls on its own.
- 02.
Milky Sap: Stems bleed sticky white sap when cut; wear gloves.
- 03.
Frost Tender: Leaves may bronze or drop in very cold winters (<20°F).
