Jul 11
Plant of the Day
Sunday 12 July 2026
In this plant display Trachelospermum jasminoides (star jasmine, Chinese ivy, Chinese jasmine, Confederate jasmine, traders compass) was bursting out of the windows. This vigorous, evergreen, woody climber has twining stems, with glossy dark green, leaves that can turn deep bronze-red in winter. The clusters of very fragrant, white flowers are produced from mid spring through the summer. It can be grown in a sheltered location, in full sun or partial shade and away from cold winds, or in a conservatory.
Jill Raggett