The star jasmine, which is poisonous to humans and animals, sets beautiful accents with its snow-white flowers and seduces with its strong scent. But do you enjoy it every year if you leave it outside unprotected over the winter?

Star jasmine is used to warm climates and does not like frost

This tropical plant is not very hardy

Star jasmine is originally from Asia. There it grows in tropical forests in Japan, China and Korea. For this reason, it is not adapted to the extreme sub-zero temperatures that can occur here in winter. It can only cope with temperatures down to -10 °C for a short time.

In mild climates: outdoor wintering can work

Only in mild locations such as in wine-growing regions could it be worth trying to bring this climbing plant outside through the winter. But in general the danger is too high that their shoots will freeze to death. If you absolutely want to plant them outdoors, protect them at least in winter, for example in the form of brushwood in the root area.

The best wintering method

It is best if you plant your star jasmine in a bucket. You can move the plant in it at any time and bring it in in the fall so that it does not freeze to death. In mid-May or after the ice saints, she should be allowed to move back outside.

This is important when overwintering the star jasmine - including the freshly propagated specimens:

  • since it is evergreen, the star jasmine needs a bright place to overwinter
  • Temperatures between 8 and 15 °C are ideal
  • good winter quarters: cool bedroom, stairwell, conservatory

Care during the winter time

The plant should be watered little during the winter. Further care is not necessary. Fertilization should be completely avoided in winter. It is recommended to check the star jasmine regularly for infestation with spider mites, mealybugs and mealybugs.

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Star jasmine also looks beautiful in winter. Its evergreen leaves turn reddish in cooler temperatures.

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Vegetable garden