Plant Profile: Jasminum nudiflorum

Winter Jasmine is a robust, fountain-shaped, semi-evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 5 feet. It features irregular blooms that appear in late winter and early spring, distinguishing it from J. floridum due to its opposite leaf arrangement. In harsh winter conditions, the foliage may drop, and the stems can die back. This plant propagates easily when its arching branches come into contact with the soil. Its cane-like growth can lead to untidy colonies if not pruned, but it can be rejuvenated through significant pruning after flowering. Winter Jasmine is versatile, suitable for slopes, raised planters, foundation plantings, as a specimen plant, and cascading over walls. Using it as ground cover in less fertile soil can help control its spread. This shrub is drought-resistant, tolerates partial shade, thrives in poor soils (making it ideal for clear-cut areas), is rarely affected by deer, and is resistant to pests and diseases. In China, it is commonly referred to as "Yingchun," which translates to "flower that welcomes spring."

**Play Value:** Wildlife Enhancement
**Seed:** Berry
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