Bring the Sweet Aroma of Arabian Tea Jasmine to Your Home
The Arabian Tea Jasmine (Jasminum sambac ‘Maid of Orleans’) is a wonderful addition to any home or garden. This fragrant plant is known for its beautiful, shining leaves and the intoxicating fragrance of its white flowers. Imagine filling your home with the sweet scent of jasmine, a fragrance that is particularly strong at night.
This variety, ‘Maid of Orleans’, is an everblooming jasmine that grows well on windowsills. Its bushy growth habit makes it an attractive addition to any space. The clarity of its fragrance is truly unrivaled. Discover why it’s well-known in Asia for its use in teas and religious observances. The Arabian Tea Jasmine is also the National Flower of the Philippines, where it is known as ‘Sampaguita’.
Benefits of Growing Arabian Tea Jasmine:
- Fragrant Blooms: Enjoy the sweet, intoxicating scent of jasmine flowers.
- Everblooming: This plant produces flowers throughout the year.
- Easy to Grow: Suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments.
- Versatile: Can be used in teas or simply enjoyed for its beauty.
- Unique and Exotic: Adds a touch of the tropics to your home.
Outside, this plant is hardy to Zone 8 and higher. It thrives in full sun and grows to a manageable size of 1-2 feet in a container. The minimum temperature it can tolerate is 60 degrees. It is shipped in a 4″ pot, though it may not be in bloom upon arrival. But don’t worry, it will bloom soon enough!
Key Features:
- Everblooming Jasmine
- National Flower of the Philippines (Sampaguita)
- Easy to Grow
- Grows indoors or out
Frequently Asked Questions
- How big will my Arabian Tea Jasmine get in its pot? Typically, it grows to about 1-2 feet tall when kept in a container.
- What kind of light does it need? It thrives in full sun, so aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- How often should I water my Jasmine plant? Water when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering.
- Is this plant safe for pets? Jasmine plants can be mildly toxic to pets if ingested, so keep it out of reach.
- When is the best time to plant my Arabian Tea Jasmine outdoors? If you live in Zone 8 or higher, plant it in the spring after the last frost.
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