Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Tricolor'
Variegated Jasmine
The Trachelospermum jasminoides 'Tricolor', commonly known as Variegated Jasmine, is a versatile evergreen climber or groundcover prized for its striking tricolored foliage of green, cream, and pink. Its compact growth and fragrant white star-shaped flowers in spring and summer make it perfect for adding beauty and texture to gardens, walls, fences, or containers. This hardy plant is low-maintenance and thrives in a variety of conditions, making it a popular choice for ornamental landscaping.
Specifications
- HeightClimbs up to 3–4 meters with support
- WidthSpreads up to 1–2 meters as groundcover
- Native toEast Asia (species origin: China, Japan, Korea)
- FoliageTricolor leaves in shades of green, cream, and pink; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained soils; adapts to sandy, loamy, and clay conditions
- LightFull sun to partial shade
- WaterModerate; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate, subtropical, and tropical regions
Additional Features
- FlowersFragrant white star-shaped blooms in spring and summer
- FormTwining climber or spreading groundcover with dense foliage
- UsesIdeal for trellises, walls, fences, groundcover, or container planting
- SpacingPlant 1–1.5 meters apart for dense coverage
- Low MaintenanceMinimal pruning required; trim to control size and shape
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free; monitor for scale in some conditions
- Drought ToleranceModerate; suitable for waterwise gardens
- Frost ToleranceHardy to light frost
- Wildlife AttractionFlowers attract bees and other pollinators
- Seasonal AppealEvergreen foliage with seasonal fragrant blooms
- VersatilityComplements cottage, formal, and modern garden styles
The Variegated Jasmine is a visually stunning and fragrant plant that enhances gardens and landscapes with its colorful foliage and sweetly scented flowers. Its adaptability and ease of care make it a versatile option for both decorative and functional planting.