It is the time of year when my Jasmine Clematis is in full bloom. It smells amazing and the beautiful star shaped flowers are popping out all over. The Jasmine Clematis progression starts in the spring, works its way through the summer time, and then has its time to shine in the early fall late summer months.
Should I plant a Jasmine Clematis?
If you are looking for a beautiful array of flowers with little to no work, then yes. They take minimal maintenance and all you need is one plant to cover a large area. It makes for a total ground cover, a beautiful greeting to any landscaping, and a waterfall of blooms covering an arbor or structure.
Will they grow in my area?
Jasmine typically do well in most areas of the United States. However, you will want to do more research if you live in a harsh winter area. They need protection from extreme cold and wind. If you are in another country you will need to do some research based on the type of plant, climate, soil type, etc. You can simply do a google search to see if they will do well in your specific area. The plant container will also give you specifics about what they need and where they will do best. You can’t always predict if your spot will work well with what you are planting, but you can always transplant them if you realize that you need to try them in a different spot for the next season. Give them time to grow before making a transplanting decision. Check out the USDA Hardiness Zone chart to get more information.
How do you get a Jasmine Clematis plant started?
Plant it in early spring and let the ground, sun, and nature do the work. We got our start from a family friend, planted it, and walked away. Our family could not believe how that thing grew. We didn’t fertilize it or water it. It has full sun in the morning and partial shade in the afternoon. We planted our starter straight into the earth and were reaping the benefits by late summer/early fall. The star-shaped blooms are absolutely beautiful and dainty. You can’t get enough of the fresh scent. They give us a light floral scent that smells so good.
Planting Steps
- Decide where you want to plant your Jasmine Clematis. Find a place that will get a good amount of sun and that has well-drained soil.
- Mow or weed-eat that specific area as low as you can. You want to start with as little grass there as possible.
- Dig a hole that is two times larger than the root system. Follow the planting directions on the container if you purchase your plant from the store.
- Make sure the roots and the base of the plant is covered with soil and give it some water to help it get going.
How do I get my Jasmine Clematis ready for a new season?
We look forward to this every year! Getting your Jasmine Clematis ready for a new season involves pruning it, also known as cutting it back. Put on some gloves, and cut vines all the way back. You want to cut it back until it is the size of a basketball. The underside will look dead, but it is not. Clear away any leaves, grass, and weeds that may be growing up around your plants. We use small and large shears for this. Gather up everything that you have cut away and throw it out into the woods or into the trash.
How do I prune them?
You are going to feel like you have overdone it by the time you’re done, but pruning is essential to growth and flower production. Cut the plant back until it is the size of a basketball. Use pruning shears for this process.
When is the best time to prune them?
Easter is our mental marker for when it is time to prune ours. We have always had luck with pruning them right after Easter, so that is when we recommend pruning. You should start seeing warmer days sprinkled throughout the weeks at this time of year.
What type of Jasmine Clematis should I buy?
We received our start from a long time family friend. They always have lots of starters that they give away and they are the ones who have helped us learn how to take care of our plants. If you can find a friend who has a Jasmine Clematis, you may be able to get some starters from them. There are several different types of Clematis. It is a good idea to ask specific questions when buying your plant. Make sure that it is the Star Jasmine Plant. Another common name you might hear it go by is the Autumn Jasmine. Your local garden shop will know about all the different Jasmine plants and be able to guide you in the right direction. Ask them about the best place to plant it and if it is a good fit for the USDA hardiness zones in your area. I also have the Carolina Star or the Purple Clematis. Another beautiful variety to have.
What supplies will I need?
You will need gloves, starters or potted Jasmine Clematis plants, a shovel, and a little bit of time. Go to your local garden center to purchase your Jasmine Clematis if you can’t get a start from anyone that you know. They will typically have several Clematis container plants that you can choose from.
When is the Jasmine Clematis Progression | Blooming season?
In the area that we live in, we know that right around September 1st they are going to start blooming. The blooming process happens quickly, but she has been getting ready for it all summer long. The Jasmine flower is known for its star shape and fragrant scent.
How much work is it going to take?
It takes around 1 hour each spring to prune it back. The main stem will be found under all the vines. For best results prune your Jasmine Clematis in the early spring, make sure it gets some direct sunlight, and guide it so it grows in the right direction. It is one of the most beautiful outdoor plants and is known for its fragrant white flowers. The star-shaped flowers will begin to bloom in early autumn. Over all, this beautiful plant doesn’t take much care and it is a great addition to any landscape.
What does the Jasmine Clematis Progression process look like?
Early Spring: It is going to look tiny and small when you plant it. If you are planting a starter or new plant, it may have color to it. If you are cutting it back, it will look dead and brown. You are pruning back all of the dead growth and leaving room for new growth to begin.
Late Spring: As it grows, the vines will slowly start extending off of it and growing up whatever they can find. New shoots and side shoots are what you will see during the start of the growing season.
Early Summer: The vines are pretty long by now and I push them off of whatever I don’t want them growing on. They are still a nice deep green color.
Mid Summer: The vines have covered the entire surface and you can see some buds forming all over the vines.
Late Summer: The buds start blooming and tiny little star-shaped white flowers appear. They continue to bloom for a week or two until all buds have bloomed and the entire plant is covered in beautiful white flowers.
Late Fall: All of the fragrant flowers are gone and you are left with just the vines. It is still working as a great ground cover at this point. If this is your first growing season you are in for a real treat when this beautiful plant blooms.
Late Winter: The plant does keep a lot of its green color throughout the winter months. The green just isn’t nearly as dark and fresh looking. It is an evergreen vine so it makes for a good choice when looking for year long color.
So, are you ready to add these stunning blooms to your garden? Start cultivating your beautiful clematis today and watch it flourish! You will be enjoying it this season and for years to come.
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