Overwintering guide
How to overwinter night-blooming jasmine
Winter watering
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
The mistake that kills night-blooming jasmine in winter
Bringing night-blooming jasmine into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.
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Overwintering night-blooming jasmine — FAQ
Does night-blooming jasmine need to come indoors for winter?
Night-blooming Jasmine is hardy to roughly USDA zone 9 — winter lows around -7°C. That means it takes cool conditions but not a real freeze. Night-blooming Jasmine will take cool conditions but not a hard freeze, so the aim is a frost-free winter rather than a warm one. An unheated greenhouse, porch, conservatory or bright garage all work well. Keep it cool, bright and on the dry side, and it will hold steady until growth restarts in spring.
When should I move night-blooming jasmine for winter?
Move under cover before the first hard frost; back outside after the last spring frost.
How often should I water night-blooming jasmine in winter?
Water only occasionally — enough that the rootball never dries out completely, no more. No feeding until spring growth begins.
What kills night-blooming jasmine over winter?
Bringing night-blooming jasmine into a warm living room. Too much winter warmth forces weak, pale growth that collapses when it goes back outside — cool and bright beats warm and dim.