Grand Duke Jasmine Live Plant – Fragrant Arabian Shrub – 1ft Tall, 3.5in Pot

Overview

Immerse your senses in the captivating beauty and intoxicating fragrance of the Grand Duke Jasmine live plant. Also known as Arabian Jasmine, this highly prized shrub (Jasminum sambac ‘Grand Duke’) is celebrated for its exquisite, fully double white flowers and powerful, sweet scent, particularly noticeable in the evening. As a live plant, it brings immediate elegance and a tranquil ambiance to any setting. This versatile fragrant jasmine shrub is perfect for adding a touch of sophistication to your garden, patio, or even as an indoor specimen, providing a continuous source of visual appeal and aromatic delight. Grown in a 3.5-inch pot and standing approximately 1 foot tall, your new plant is well-established and ready to thrive.

The Grand Duke Jasmine live plant is more than just a decorative addition; it’s an experience. Its glossy green leaves provide a lush backdrop for the pristine white blooms, creating a stunning contrast. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or new to plant care, this plant offers a rewarding journey, transforming your space into a fragrant oasis. Enjoy the serene beauty and mood-enhancing benefits this remarkable plant offers.

Key Benefits

Bringing a Grand Duke Jasmine live plant into your home or garden offers a multitude of sensory and aesthetic advantages that enhance your living environment.

• Exquisite, Potent Fragrance: The primary allure of this plant is its incredibly sweet and intense fragrance, which fills the air, especially during the evening. This natural perfume is known to create a relaxing and inviting atmosphere, making it a perfect addition for unwinding after a long day.
• Stunning Double White Blooms: Adorned with beautiful, fully double white flowers, the Grand Duke Jasmine provides a visually striking display. These pristine blooms stand out against the plant’s glossy green foliage, adding an elegant touch to any decor.
• Versatile Growing Options: This Arabian Jasmine plant can be successfully grown in containers, allowing for flexibility in placement. It thrives outdoors in warmer climates and can be easily moved indoors during colder months, making it suitable for various living situations.
• Year-Round Visual Appeal: With its evergreen foliage, the Grand Duke Jasmine live plant maintains its lush, vibrant appearance throughout the year, ensuring your space always feels alive and inviting, even when not in bloom.
• Natural Stress Reducer: The aroma of jasmine is widely recognized for its calming properties. Having this plant nearby can contribute to a more peaceful environment, helping to reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
• Easy to Maintain: While providing spectacular beauty, this fragrant jasmine shrub is relatively easy to care for, making it suitable for both experienced gardeners and those just starting their plant journey.
• Attracts Pollinators: When grown outdoors, the fragrant blooms can attract beneficial pollinators to your garden, contributing to a healthy ecosystem.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Grand Duke Jasmine live plant is a rewarding experience that will result in abundant blooms and a delightful fragrance. This plant thrives in warm, humid conditions and requires consistent attention to light, water, and soil.

Sunlight Requirements: The Grand Duke Jasmine prefers full sun to partial shade. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal blooming. If grown indoors, place it near a bright, south-facing window. In intensely hot climates, some afternoon shade can prevent leaf scorch. Ensuring adequate light is crucial for the development of those beautiful white jasmine flowers.

Watering Schedule: Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. It’s essential to avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Good drainage is key. During warmer months or active growth periods, it may require more frequent watering. Reduce watering slightly in cooler months or when the plant is dormant. Always check the soil moisture before watering again.

Soil Type and Drainage: This Arabian Jasmine plant prefers well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. A high-quality potting mix enriched with organic matter works well for container-grown plants. Ensuring proper drainage is paramount; use pots with drainage holes and consider adding perlite or sand to improve aeration if your soil seems too heavy. This will help prevent issues like root rot, allowing your plant to flourish.

Temperature and Humidity: The ideal temperature range for the Grand Duke Jasmine is between 65°F and 80°F (18°C – 27°C). It is not frost-tolerant, so protect it from temperatures below 40°F (4°C). If you live in a colder climate, bring container-grown plants indoors before the first frost. This plant also appreciates high humidity, especially when grown indoors. You can increase humidity by misting the leaves regularly or placing the pot on a pebble tray filled with water.

Fertilization: During the growing season (spring through fall), feed your Grand Duke Jasmine live plant every 2-4 weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer, or one slightly higher in phosphorus to encourage blooming. Reduce fertilization during winter. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for dilution rates.

Pruning: Prune after a flush of blooms to encourage bushier growth and more flowers. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems. Regular pruning helps maintain a desirable shape and size, and also promotes better air circulation, which can help prevent fungal diseases.

Size & Details

Your Grand Duke Jasmine live plant arrives healthy and well-established, ready to bring its charm to your home or garden. Each plant is approximately 1 foot (12 inches) tall from the base of the soil to the tip of its foliage, providing a substantial specimen for immediate enjoyment. It is securely rooted in a 3.5-inch diameter nursery pot, offering a compact yet robust foundation for growth. This size is ideal for transplanting into a decorative container or directly into your garden if conditions permit. The plant is shipped with care to ensure it arrives in excellent condition, minimizing stress from transit. With proper care, this fragrant jasmine shrub can reach a mature height of 3-5 feet and a similar spread when grown in optimal conditions, though its size can be easily managed with pruning, especially in containers. Expect continuous flushes of fragrant blooms throughout the warmer months, bringing joy and a captivating aroma to your environment.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this Grand Duke Jasmine live plant get? A: This plant typically grows to a manageable height of 3 to 5 feet tall and wide when mature, especially if pruned regularly. Its size makes it suitable for both container growing and garden planting.
• Q: What size pot does the plant come in? A: Your Arabian Jasmine plant will arrive in a 3.5-inch diameter nursery pot, ready for you to transplant into a larger container or directly into your garden.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Grand Duke Jasmine is versatile. It thrives outdoors in USDA Zones 9-11. In colder climates, it can be grown as an outdoor plant during warm months and brought indoors as a houseplant for winter, making it a flexible choice.
• Q: How much sunlight does the fragrant jasmine shrub need? A: This plant requires full sun to partial shade, ideally receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for the best blooming performance. Indoors, place it near a bright, sunny window.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Grand Duke Jasmine is considered relatively easy to care for, especially for those with some basic plant experience. Consistent watering, adequate sunlight, and occasional fertilization are key to its success.
• Q: What condition will the plant arrive in? A: We carefully package and ship our plants to ensure they arrive healthy and well-established, ready to thrive in their new home. You will receive a vibrant plant, approximately 1 foot tall.
• Q: How often should I water my jasmine plant care? A: Water thoroughly when the top inch of the soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water to prevent root rot. Adjust frequency based on temperature and humidity.
• Q: When is the best time to plant the Grand Duke Jasmine? A: If planting outdoors, spring to early summer is ideal after all danger of frost has passed. For indoor container growing, it can be planted year-round.
• Q: Will this plant survive winter in my zone? A: The Grand Duke Jasmine is hardy in USDA Zones 9-11. If you live in a colder zone, you must bring the plant indoors during the winter months to protect it from frost and cold temperatures.
• Q: Does this Grand Duke Jasmine live plant produce actual white jasmine flowers? A: Absolutely! This variety is specifically cherished for its beautiful, fully double white blooms that are intensely fragrant, making it a true sensory delight.