Arabian Jasmine, Jasmine’
FAMILY: Jasminum
USES: Strongly scented flower display. Does well as a shrub, hedge, container plant, on trellises, around pools, courtyards, enclosed spaces and in moon gardens.
SIZE: Grows 1 – 3m tall with a 1 – 2.5m spread at a rate of 30 – 60 cm p/a.
LOCATION: Full sun to light partial shade. Does well with some protection from direct hot, dry or cold wind.
SOIL: Best in an organically enriched fertile soil with a pH 6.1 – 7.5, mildly acidic to neutral. Will show leaf chlorosis if soil is too alkaline or saline.
FERTILISER: Apply a slow release 14:14:14 NPK every four months together with Fe sulphate and seaweed as a soil drench if chlorosis is evident.
WATER: Keep soil moist. Does not accept over irrigation or waterlogging. Best with regular deep applications.
Wahat Al Sahraa Nurseries, Al Amardi St., Al Khawaneej, P.O. Box 37579, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
