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Cestrum nocturnum-Night Blooming Jasmine-Fragrant Evergreen Shrub 10" Pot

Cestrum nocturnum-Night Blooming Jasmine-Fragrant Evergreen Shrub 10" Pot

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Cestrum nocturnum (Night Blooming Jasmine)

Description

Cestrum nocturnum, commonly known as Night Blooming Jasmine, is a tropical, evergreen shrub known for its intensely fragrant flowers that bloom at night. The plant features tubular, creamy-white flowers and glossy green leaves, making it a popular choice for gardens and patios.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for night gardens, patios, and as a fragrant hedge. It can also be grown in containers for indoor enjoyment, provided it receives ample sunlight.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Cestrum nocturnum
  • Common Name Common Name: Night Blooming Jasmine
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 6-12 feet tall, 3-6 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 9-11
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Year-round, peak in summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Fast
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially moths
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: Yes, with sufficient light
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: Yes, especially at night
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other tropical plants like hibiscus and bougainvillea

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, in a location with good air circulation.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers rich, loamy soil.
  • Humidity Humidity: Thrives in high humidity environments.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 40°F (4°C).
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery pot.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests like aphids and spider mites; treat promptly if found.
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