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Jasmine

Jasminum officinale

Also known as: True Jasmine, Poet's Jasmine

⚠ïļ Toxic to petsOleaceaeEasy to propagate

A complete guide to growing and propagating Jasmine: its care needs, how to take cuttings and root them, how long propagation takes, and how to fix the most common problems.

Jasmine care at a glance

☀ïļ Light
Full sun to part shade; best flowering in full sun.
💧 Water
Keep evenly moist during growth; water when the top inch dries.
ðŸŠī Soil
Rich, well-draining soil.
ðŸ’Ļ Humidity
Deciduous or semi-evergreen vine hardy in zones 7-10.
ðŸū Toxicity
True jasmine (Jasminum) is non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA). Note that some unrelated plants called 'jasmine' (star jasmine, Carolina jasmine) are toxic, so identify carefully.

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How to propagate Jasmine

Softwood cuttings

Difficulty: EasyTimeline: Roots in 4-6 weeks; pot on once rooted.
  1. Take 4-6 inch tip cuttings of soft growth in early summer.
  2. Strip the lower leaves and dip the base in rooting hormone.
  3. Insert into moist cutting mix and cover with a dome.
  4. Keep warm and bright; pot on once rooted.

Layering

Difficulty: Very easyTimeline: Roots in 6-10 weeks; vining stems root readily at nodes.
  1. Pin a low, trailing stem into the soil at a node.
  2. Cover with soil, leaving the tip exposed.
  3. Keep moist while roots form.
  4. Sever and transplant the rooted section.

Common Jasmine problems & fixes

Cuttings rot before they root

Too wet or no airflow. Use a free-draining mix, water sparingly, and vent the humidity cover daily.

Cuttings wilt after taking them

Normal at first — keep humidity high under a dome, out of direct sun, until roots form and perk them up.

Powdery mildew on leaves

Poor airflow and damp foliage. Space plants out, water at the base, and improve circulation.

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Toxicity notes are a general guide based on ASPCA-style classifications — if a pet ingests any houseplant, contact your vet. Care needs vary with your home's conditions.