You might want to put a garden hose at the plant base to ensure that you're promoting excellent root development. Avoid directly spraying the leaves, and know that the leaves will require more watering if they are outdoors and facing direct sunlight. You can also use bubblers that you can put on to each plant to moisten the roots. Also, use soaker hoses that can cover the entire garden or bed when adding or removing plants to push the roots deeply. Drain any excess water and wait for the soil to dry before watering. Water at ground level to prevent diseases. On a sunny day, you might want to spray the entire bush with water. Whether potted or in-ground, please remember Asiatic jasmine prefers deep watering over light sprinkling.
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How to Care for Asiatic Jasmine
Asiatic jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) is a plant species native to northeast Asia, India and Malaysia. The latin name Trachelospermum asiaticum means seed from Asia. It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Water
Every week
Sunlight
Partial sun
Basic Care Guide
Water
Asiatic jasmine prefers a slightly moist environment without standing water. Watering can be done every 2 days in spring and fall, once a day in summer, and once every half month in winter. Sufficient humidity allows asiatic jasmine to spread quickly and make leaves and flowers healthier. It can adapt to a slightly dry environment. With poor resistance to standing water, be sure not to overwater asiatic jasmine.
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What's the best method to water my Asiatic jasmine?
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What should I do if I water Asiatic jasmine too much/too little?
An overwatered Asiatic jasmine can start to have leaves that turn yellow, drop off and wilt. The plant can also look dull and unhealthy, with signs of mushy stems. When they are beginning to show these signs, it's best to adjust your schedule whenever possible.
The wilting can also be a sign of under watering as well. You might see that the leaves begin to turn crispy and dry while the overwatered ones will have soft wilted leaves. Check the soil when it is dry and watering is not enough, give it a full watering in time. Enough water will make the Asiatic jasmine recover again, but the plant will still appear dry and yellow leaves after a few days due to the damaged root system. Once it return to normal, the leave yellowing will stop .
Always check the moisture levels at the pot when you have the Asiatic jasmine indoors. Avoid overwatering indoors and see if there are signs of black spots. If these are present, let the soil dry in the pot by giving it a few days of rest from watering.
Overwatering can lead to root rot being present in your plant. If this is the case, you might want to transfer them into a different pot, especially if you see discolored and slimy roots. Always prevent root rot as much as possible, and don't let the soil become too soggy.
You should dig a little deeper when you plant your Asiatic jasmine outdoors. When you check with your fingers and notice that the soil is too dry, it could mean underwatering. Adequate watering is required to help the plant recover.
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How often should I water my Asiatic jasmine?
The Asiatic jasmine likes deep and infrequent watering. You would want to soak them in a gallon of water each time, especially when they are planted in pots. The water storage of flower pots is limited and the soil will dry out faster. Watering is required every 3 to 5 days when living in a cold region. Water it early in the morning when the soil is dry, outdoors or indoors. You can also determine if watering is needed by checking the soil inside. When the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry, it is time to give the plant a full watering. During hot days, you may need to check the moisture daily, as the heat can quickly dry out the soil in the pot.
Irrigation of the soil is also required if you have a garden. When you live in a hot climate, you might want to water once a week. Only water when you notice that about 2 to 3 inches of soil become too dry outdoors or indoors. Consider the amount of rainwater on the plant and ensure not to add to it to prevent root rot.You may not need additional watering of the plants if there is a lot of rainfall.Asiatic jasmine generally grows during spring and fall. When they are outdoors, you need to add mulch about 3 to 4 inches deep to conserve more water.
You need to water the plants more frequently in sandy soil because this type tends to drain faster. However, with the clay one, you need to water this less frequently where you could go for 2-3 days to dry the plant and not develop any root rot. You could mark the date on the calendar whenever you water and when you notice that the leaves are starting to droop. This can mean that you might be a day late.
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How much water do I need to give my Asiatic jasmine?
The Asiatic jasmine generally needs about a gallon of water each schedule,With the potted plants, you might want to water them deeply until you see that the water is dripping at the bottom of the pot. Then, wait for the soil to dry before watering them again. You can use a water calculator or a moisture meter to determine the amount you've given to your plant in a week. Provide plenty of water, especially in the flowering period, but let the moisture evaporate afterwards to prevent root rot.
If Asiatic jasmine is planted outdoor with adequate rainfall, it may not need additional watering. When Asiatic jasmine is young or newly planted, make sure it gets 1-2 inches of rain per week. As Asiatic jasmine continues to grow, it can survive entirely on rainfall. Only when the weather is too hot, or when there is no rainfall at all for 2-3 weeks, then consider giving Asiatic jasmine a full watering during the cooler moment of the day to prevent the plant from suffering from high heat damage. Additional watering will be required during persistent dry spells.
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Should I adjust the watering frequency for my Asiatic jasmine according to different seasons or climates?
The Asiatic jasmine needs outdoors come from rain, with only persistent dry weather requiring watering. Throughout the spring and fall growing seasons, the soil needs to be kept moist but not soggy, and alternating dry and moist soil conditions will allow the Asiatic jasmine to grow well. Throughout the summer, hot weather can cause water to evaporate too quickly, and if there is a lack of rainfall, you will need to water more frequently and extra to keep it moist.
Usually, the Asiatic jasmine will need less water during the winter. Since the Asiatic jasmine will drop their leaves and go dormant, you can put them into a well-draining but moisture-retentive soil mixture like the terracotta to help the water evaporate quicker. Once your Asiatic jasmine growing outdoors begins to leaf out and go dormant, you can skip watering altogether and in most cases Asiatic jasmine can rely on the fall and winter rains to survive the entire dormant period.
After the spring, you can cultivate your Asiatic jasmine and encourage it to grow and bloom when the temperature becomes warmer.This plant is not generally a fan of ponding or drought when flowering. You must ensure that the drainage is good at all times, especially during the winter.
When the plant is in a pot, the plant has limited root growth. Keep them well-watered, especially if they are planted in pots during summer. They don't like cold and wet roots, so provide adequate drainage, especially if they are still growing.
It's always best to water your Asiatic jasmine’s diligently. Get the entire root system into a deep soak at least once or twice a week, depending on the weather. It's best to avoid shallow sprinkles that reach the leaves since they generally encourage the growth of fungi and don't reach deep into the roots. Don't allow the Asiatic jasmine’s to dry out completely in the fall or winter, even if they are already dormancy.
Don't drown the plants because they generally don't like sitting in water for too long. They can die during winter if the soil does not drain well. Also, apply mulch whenever possible to reduce stress, conserve water, and encourage healthy blooms.
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What should I be careful with when I water my Asiatic jasmine in different seasons, climates, or during different growing periods?
If planting in the ground, Asiatic jasmine mostly relies on rain. However, if there is no rainfall for 2-3 weeks, you may need to give proper consideration to giving the plants a deep watering. If watering Asiatic jasmine in summer, you should try to do it in the morning. A large temperature difference between the water temperature and the root system can stress the roots. You need to avoid watering the bushes when it's too hot outside. Start mulching them during the spring when the ground is not too cold.
The age of the plants matter. Lack of water is one of the most common reasons the newly planted ones fail to grow. After they are established, you need to ease off the watering schedule.
Reduce watering them during the fall and winter, especially if they have a water-retaining material in the soil. The dry winds in winter can dry them out, and the newly planted ones can be at risk of drought during windy winter, summer, and fall. Windy seasons mean that there's more watering required. The ones planted in the pot tend to dry out faster, so they need more watering. Once you see that they bloom less, the leaves begin to dry up.
Potted plants are relatively complex to water and fluctuate in frequency. Always be careful that the pot-planted plant don't sit in the water. Avoid putting them in containers with saucers, bowls, and trays. Too much watering in the fall can make the foliage look mottled or yellowish. It's always a good idea to prevent overwatering them regardless of the current climate or season that you might have. During the months when Asiatic jasmine begins to flower, you might want to increase the watering frequency but give it a rest once they are fully grown.
Give them an adequate amount of water once every 3 to 5 days but don't give them regular schedules. Make sure the soil is dry by sticking your finger in the pot, or use a moisture meter if you're unsure if it's the right time. Too much root rot can cause them to die, so be careful not to overwater or underwater regardless of the climate or season you have in your area.
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Why is watering my Asiatic jasmine important?
Watering the Asiatic jasmine helps transport the needed nutrients from the soil to the rest of the plant. The moisture will keep this species healthy if you know how much water to give. The watering requirements will depend on the weather in your area and the plant's soil.
The Asiatic jasmine thrives on moist soil, but they can't generally tolerate waterlogging. Ensure to provide enough mulch when planted on the ground and never fall into the trap of watering too little. They enjoy a full can of watering where the water should be moist at the base when they are planted in a pot to get the best blooms.
If they are grown as foliage, you need to water them up to a depth of 10 to 20 inches so they will continue to grow. If it's raining, refrain from watering and let them get the nutrients they need from the rainwater.
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Fertilizer
Asiatic jasmine does well in nutrient-rich environments and inadequate growth environments alike. Deficiency in fertilizer does not affect survival, but impacts the appearance and numbers of blooms. Apply nitrogenous-phosphate-potassium compound fertilizer once in spring and fall. No fertilizers are needed in winter and summer.
With sufficient nutrients, leaves are deep in color and large in size. The number of blooms and the fragrance increases. If you want to create a spectacular flower waterfall, use phosphate-potassium fertilizers and less nitrogen fertilizer.
Fertilizer
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Why do I need to fertilize my Asiatic jasmine?
Regardless of which kind of Asiatic jasmine you own, regular fertilization will help you grow a plant that has great overall health. The proper supply of nutrients leads to more vigorous growth and can help your Asiatic jasmine be more resilient to tough growing conditions while also gaining a better ability to fight off diseases and pests.
The foliage of your Asiatic jasmine is one of its most attractive features, which is why you should do all you can to keep it intact. Again, this means creating and adhering to a regular fertilization schedule that is specific to your Asiatic jasmine. Doing so will prompt your Asiatic jasmine to develop leaves with a deep color and a lush overall look.
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When is the best time to fertilize my Asiatic jasmine?
The first time that you should fertilize your Asiatic jasmine is during the late winter or early spring. This type of fertilization gives your Asiatic jasmine all the nutrients it needs to resume healthy growth once the weather gets warm enough.
It is also beneficial to many Asiatic jasmine to provide an additional fertilizer feeding during early fall if you in a warm climate region. Fertilizing in early fall not only adds additional nutrients to the soil, which your Asiatic jasmine will use in the following growing season, but it also helps your Asiatic jasmine be a bit more hardy and capable of surviving the winter cold without experiencing foliage damage. Earlier fertilisation will ensure that the new branches have enough time to grow to withstand the cold winter.
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When should I avoid fertilizing my Asiatic jasmine?
There are a few times during the year when you should not fertilize your Asiatic jasmine. The first time occurs during the early and mid-winter months, during which time your Asiatic jasmine will be dormant and in no need of feeding.
It is also unwise to fertilize this plant during the late spring and all of the summer. During that time of year, the weather will likely be hotter and can be much dryer as well. Both conditions make it more likely that your Asiatic jasmine will have a very negative response to fertilization. To avoid such issues, stick to a fertilization schedule that involves feeding exclusively during early spring and early fall.
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What type of fertilizer does my Asiatic jasmine need?
In most cases, the most important nutrient for a Asiatic jasmine is nitrogen, but that does not mean that phosphorus and potassium are unimportant. On the contrary, your Asiatic jasmine likely needs a decent amount of all three main nutrients, which is why a balanced fertilizer, such as a 10-10-10, can work well.
However, a more nuanced ratio of nutrients often leads to optimal growth for a Asiatic jasmine. Often, fertilizers that are a bit higher in nitrogen work a bit better. For example, a ratio of 10-6-4 can often work well. When fertilizing, you can use a granular fertilizer or a liquid-based one.
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How do I fertilize my Asiatic jasmine?
To fertilize your Asiatic jasmine using a granular fertilizer, all you need to do is sprinkle the fertilizer on the soil at the correct time. The slow-release nature of granular fertilizer will release nutrients into the soil slowly over time. As is usually the case, it's best to water your Asiatic jasmine, at least lightly, before applying fertilizer.
As an alternative, you can use a liquid fertilizer, but this is less common. To use this approach, mix your fertilizer with water, then pour the water onto the soil around the base of your Asiatic jasmine. At times, it is beneficial to perform a soil test before fertilizing to see if you will need to alter the pH at all.
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What happens if I fertilize my Asiatic jasmine too much?
Overfertilization is always a risk when you are feeding a Asiatic jasmine. Overfertilization is especially likely if you feed this plant at the wrong time of year, feed it too often, or feed it without watering the soil first.
When overfertilization takes place, your Asiatic jasmine may begin to develop brown leaves. Your Asiatic jasmine can also show stunted growth in some cases. On the other hand, it is also possible that too much fertilizer can prompt your Asiatic jasmine to rapidly produce too much new growth, much of which will be weak and prone to breaking. Weak new wood can also detract from the overall form and structure of your Asiatic jasmine.
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Sunlight
Asiatic jasmine enjoys sunlight and adapts well to full sun. A few varieties may require moderate shade. Check the requirements for planting conditions on its label when purchasing. Insufficient light for a long period may lead to spindling, ungraceful shape, yellowing leaves without luster, and reduced number or size of blooms.
Over-sufficient sunlight in the summer may cause asiatic jasmine to lose water and wither. It's best to water in the evening. Newly transplanted or weak seedlings, or severely dehydrated plants, may endure irreversible damage from dehydration, so set up shade nets for asiatic jasmine in advance, or temporarily move potted plant to shaded places.
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How many hours of sunlight does Asiatic jasmine need to grow?
Asiatic jasmine requires about 3-6 hours of direct sunlight each day to thrive. However, it also needs some shade during the hottest parts of the day to prevent sun damage. Morning sunlight is ideal for Asiatic jasmine, but it can also tolerate some afternoon sun if the temperature is not too hot. To provide the perfect balance of sunlight, try planting Asiatic jasmine in an area that gets partial sun, such as under a tree or on the east side of a building.
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What will happen if Asiatic jasmine doesn’t get enough sunlight?
If Asiatic jasmine is exposed to too much direct sunlight, its leaves may turn yellow, dry out, or even burn. You may also notice that the plant wilts or becomes stunted. To prevent sun damage, make sure to give Asiatic jasmine some shade during the hottest parts of the day. You can use a shade cloth or plant Asiatic jasmine near taller plants that can provide some natural shade.
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What will happen if Asiatic jasmine gets too much sunlight?
If Asiatic jasmine doesn't get enough sunlight, it may grow tall and lanky, with sparse foliage. The leaves may also turn yellow or pale green, indicating that the plant is not producing enough chlorophyll due to lack of sunlight. To remedy this, try moving Asiatic jasmine to a sunnier spot, or prune nearby foliage to allow more light to reach the plant.
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Pruning
Generally, the evergreen asiatic jasmine doesn't need much pruning. Variegated varieties need to be pruned to grow more new leaves. Flowers and leaves mainly appear on the young leaves, while those on the old leaves gradually disappear. Usually, you can remove the pinch tips of young sprouts to encourage asiatic jasmine to sprout more side branches and grow compactly.
If you want to grow asiatic jasmine into shapes such as garden arches, flower walls, flower racks, or trimmed lawns or hedges, pruning is advised. Asiatic jasmine germinates well, is resistant to pruning, and can be pruned throughout the year. The best time to prune is in winter dormancy. Be careful not to overprune in spring, as you may cut off flower buds and directly affect the number of blooms. After it is pruned, toxic milky saps will overflow from the wound. Wearing gloves while pruning is advised.
How can I prune my Asiatic jasmine?
Pruning your Asiatic jasmine is a fairly simple process. First, you will need a reliable set of hand pruners or hedge trimmers. You may use a clean pair of sharp scissors if you don’t have pruners or garden shears on hand. It’s important to always clean your gardening tools before and after using them to prevent the possibility of spreading disease or infection to other plants. To prune your Asiatic jasmine simply allow your plant to go dormant over the Winter. Some time between late winter and early spring – or when new growth starts to appear – take your clean pruners or trimmers and cut away any dying, damaged, yellow or declining foliage. Repeat this process until you reach the base of the plant or until there are no dead pieces left to cut. When pruning, be careful not to damage the new growth that may be emerging near the base of your plant. These parts cannot be restored and pruning can increase the ventilation of the plants and facilitate their growth. Any pruning that is done to this plant should be cut straight across the blades or stems. No angled cuts are required. Diseased leaf blade foliage can be removed as it appears. This could be done anytime when your Asiatic jasmine is growing.
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What should I do after pruning my Asiatic jasmine?
Once you’ve pruned your plant, you should dispose of the stems and leaves either by composting the healthy ones or throwing out the diseased parts. You can also fertilize just before or after pruning, which gives Asiatic jasmine a little vitamin boost that can provide it the nutrients needed to better protect itself from any nearby pathogens or diseases. Do not water the Asiatic jasmine immediately after pruning as this can lead to fungal infestation of the plants through the wounds. You don’t need much after care when you’re done pruning. It might benefit from light watering and some liquid plant food to encourage new growth.
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How can I prune my Asiatic jasmine during different seasons?
Early spring and late winter are the best times to prune your Asiatic jasmine on a large scale. If you want to control the size of your Asiatic jasmine, you can prune them as you wish, but be careful not to prune more than a third of the size of the plant. Yellow and diseased leaves may appear during the summer months when the Asiatic jasmine is growing vigorously and these types of leaves need to be pruned back immediately. These parts of the Asiatic jasmine cannot be restored and pruning increases the ventilation of the plant and facilitates its growth.
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When should I prune my Asiatic jasmine through different stages of growth?
Strategic pruning is usually done at different times of the year or during certain stages of growth depending on the plant. However, knowing when to prune your Asiatic jasmine depends on where you live and how established your plant is. For example, if your Asiatic jasmine is a new resident, it’s a good idea to wait until the plant starts to grow back before you start pruning. On the other hand, if your plant is already established, you will want to prune the dry or dead parts in plant before new leafy growth appears in early spring or late winter. This is the time of year when plants are dormant and pruning causes the least damage to them. This is also the best time of year to do more extensive pruning. It’s important to note that if Asiatic jasmine is pruned too late in the season, it can leave new growth at risk for damage or disease. However, if your Asiatic jasmine is indoors this is not a problem and you can prune at any time. Since this can affect the long-term health and appearance of your plant, it’s important to keep this in mind when deciding when and how to prune. As your Asiatic jasmine grows larger over time, you can trim it as needed after annual pruning. Dead, damaged, or diseased leaf blade foliage can be removed as it appears. This could be done anytime when your Asiatic jasmine is growing.
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Advanced Care Guide
Temperature
Asiatic jasmine is mostly distributed in the mountains and forests of tropics and subtropics. The suitable temperature for growth is 23 to 30 ℃. In winter, it is necessary to move asiatic jasmine indoors to prevent it from freezing.
Asiatic jasmine likes a moist growing environment, but is not resistant to waterlogging. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Be sure to drain standing water in rainy seasons. When asiatic jasmine is used as a potted plant, put some pebbles at the bottom of the pot so excess water drains smoothly from the hole of the pot. Otherwise, waterlogging easily leads to rotten roots.
What is the optimal temperature for Asiatic jasmine?
The best temperature for Asiatic jasmine to thrive is 65~80℉(18~27℃). During the primary growing phase, the highest temperature tolerable would be 95℉(35℃), while the lowest tolerable temperature would be 15℉(-10℃). This species is tolerant of low temperatures and will survive freezing winters. The perfect, highest, and lowest temperature range:
Perfect：65~80℉(18~27℃)
Highest：85~95℉(30~35℃)
Lowest：-5~15℉(-20~-10℃) or below
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Should I adjust the temperature for Asiatic jasmine during different growing phases?
Research shows that Asiatic jasmine will begin to exhibit signs of stunted growth during prolonged periods of higher temperatures, especially during the development of axillary buds and the growth of main shoots. Keeping the temperatures consistent and cooler, around 65℉(18℃), will encourage vigorous growth after germination or transplanting.
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How can I keep Asiatic jasmine warm in cold seasons?
Asiatic jasmine can withstand freezing temperatures when planted in the ground in areas that don’t get below of 15℉(-10℃) as an extreme temperature during the winter months. But if planted in pots or containers, then their roots must be protected from the winter cold. Do this by wrapping the container in a blanket or bringing it inside where it will be fully protected from the elements.
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What damage will Asiatic jasmine suffer if the temperature is too high/low?
Greater harm will come to Asiatic jasmine if the temperature is consistently too high versus too low.
If Asiatic jasmine gets too hot, seed germination and photosynthesis efficiency is lessened due to hormone triggers caused by heat stress. The plant will show signs through wilting, leaf browning, and potentially death.
If Asiatic jasmine gets too cold, plant functions such as nutrient uptake and photosynthesis will cease, resulting in the possible death of the plant. If a single freezing event occurs during the growing season, then a membrane phase transition might occur, which can cause a cease in plant functions and death of the plant.
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What tips and cautions should I keep in mind when it comes to temperature for Asiatic jasmine?
Keeping the soil temperature consistent is one of the most important strategies to keeping Asiatic jasmine healthy, which leads to successful budding, flowering, and new growth. Do this by consistently watering, adding mulch to bare soil, and planting in the shade.
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How can I keep Asiatic jasmine warm without a heat pad?
Due to the cold tolerance of Asiatic jasmine, heating pads will not be necessary if planted outside in the ground. If the plant is in an outdoor pot, then bring it inside a heated house and place it in a sunny window during the winter months.
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How can I provide Asiatic jasmine with an adequate temperature condition?
To ensure adequate temperature conditions are present, plant Asiatic jasmine in an area with partial shade. If possible, use afternoon shade to provide the best protection during the hottest part of the day. This will also result in lower temperatures in the soil due to increased moisture retention. If Asiatic jasmine is planted indoors, then keep the container away from windows and out of direct sunlight during the summer months to prevent the soil temperature from spiking daily.
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How can I save Asiatic jasmine from temperature damage?
During the summer or times of high heat, give Asiatic jasmine extra shade and water to help cool its leaves, roots, and soil. During cold snaps or growing season freezes, cover sensitive budding vegetation with frost cloth or water using sprinkler systems. If it’s only nearing freezing temperatures for a short period, then water during the day several hours before the freeze. If the temperature is predicted to remain below freezing for an extended period, then keep the sprinkler running until the temperature rises above freezing the following day.
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Should I adjust the temperature for Asiatic jasmine in different seasons?
Asiatic jasmine is a mid-temperature plant that can easily tolerate the typical fluctuations of the seasons and remain a hardy species when planted in maintained landscapes areas, containers, or indoors. Therefore, adjusting the temperature during the different seasons is unnecessary for primary growth. If flowering is stunted or impeded, then allowing the plant to experience a season of winter freeze could help to revive flowering.
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Under what conditions should I stop adjusting the temperature for Asiatic jasmine?
If it becomes too difficult to lower the temperature for an indoor plant during the summer, then plant it outside in the ground or in a container. Make sure to plant Asiatic jasmine in a shaded location and water often to keep the soil moist.
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Soil
Asiatic jasmine can adapt to a variety of soils. Ensure smooth soil drainage. It grows best in loose, fertile, well-drained, neutral or weakly acidic soils with a pH of 5.7-7. Mix hummus and sand with cultivation soil. Bone meal and animal organic fertilizer can be mixed as base fertilizer.
Asiatic jasmine has a developed root system and is not resistant to waterlogging. plant it in a brick or ceramic pot with large diameter, large capacity, and drainage holes at the bottom to ensure root health. If planted in a small flower pot, a plastic pot can be used, which is lightweight and convenient for repotting. It's time to repot when the roots grow out of the pot. Avoid inhibition of plant growth due to insufficient space for rooting.
Propagation
Planting
As a potted plant, asiatic jasmine generally bears no seeds. When planted in the garden, it may produce cylindrical fruits after blooming. The mature seeds can be harvested in fall. Sow seed in spring; germination takes 8-10 weeks. The growing seedlings need to accumulate nutrients for 3-4 years before blooming; therefore, this propagation method is unpopular.
More common propagation methods are cutting or layering. With abundant rain and warm climate, the tender stems of asiatic jasmine are prone to produce aerial roots naturally. You can cut the young stems with aerial roots and insert them into soil. Place them in the shade and wait for the new plant to get established. If the original stem has not grown aerial roots, bury its tender stem into slightly moist soil at a depth of about 3 to 4 cm without cutting. After the second year, when the tender stem has a new root, cut this stem segment and transplant it individually.
Propagation
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Purchased seedlings of asiatic jasmine can be planted in the garden at any time. Spring is the best season for transplanting. As the temperature rises, your plants will quickly take root and sprout. Thus, the survival rate of transplanting is significantly higher than that in winter dormancy. Due to high temperatures or sun exposure, transplanting seedlings in summer may cause death.
Be sure to choose a slightly higher planting site in the garden to avoid waterlogging. In mild climate areas, asiatic jasmine can be planted on the sunny side of the garden. In hot summer areas, plant in a place shaded by buildings or other plants at noon.
Repot potted asiatic jasmine 2-4 weeks after blooming ends. Lots of nutrients are consumed after blooming, and it needs time to grow and gain nutrients from the soil. In addition, the temperature gradually decreases after the blooming period and the probability of being infected by pests is relatively reduced. During dormancy, it accumulates nutrients needed for growth in the coming year.
Avoiding repotting ornamental asiatic jasmine in spring, which may affect the quantity and quality of blooming in summer. Used as a foliage plant, asiatic jasmine can be repotted in spring. As the temperature rises, it can quickly recover and the growth of leaves basically will not be affected.
As a vine plant, asiatic jasmine's soft branches can be guided to grow in different shapes. It can be planted directly on the ground, or wrapped around trees, ropes, and grids to cover an entire wall. Buy a flower arch and after a period of time, you can get a garden arch full of asiatic jasmine.
Transplanting
Potting Suggestions
Delightful news, asiatic jasmine enthusiasts! The prime time for transplanting this beauty is between early to late spring, offering optimal growth conditions. Choose a spot with well-draining soil, partial to full shade, and ample space. Remember, gentle handling during transplanting helps asiatic jasmine thrive!
Needs excellent drainage in pots
More About How-Tos
Explore 5 of plant how-tos on Water, Lighting, Temperature, Transplant, Overwinter, etc.
Water
Every week
Lighting
Partial sun
Asiatic jasmine appreciates exposures where moderate sun is received more than heavy shade or constant sunshine is. It can withstand a full range of light conditions which encourage healthy growth, though extreme amounts may negatively impact it. Its original habitats were usually rich in assorted light patterns.
Temperature
-10 43 ℃
Asiatic jasmine, a temperate woody plant, prefers a temperature range of 59 to 100℉ (15 to 38℃). Its native growth environment related to temperature requirements is warm and humid. In cooler seasons, such as fall and winter, it may benefit from an adjustment to lower temperatures.
Transplant
45-60 cm
Delightful news, asiatic jasmine enthusiasts! The prime time for transplanting this beauty is between early to late spring, offering optimal growth conditions. Choose a spot with well-draining soil, partial to full shade, and ample space. Remember, gentle handling during transplanting helps asiatic jasmine thrive!
Overwinter
15 ℃
Originating from East Asia's mild climates, asiatic jasmine harbors a natural resilience to cooler temperatures. Its winter-hardy leaves, thick and waxy, aid in cold resistance. Though tolerant to frost, asiatic jasmine's ideal winter protection includes pre-frigid season mulching for added insulation and reduced temperature swings. Pruning in late winter helps stimulate new growth, ensuring the plant's beauty blooms afresh in spring.
Seasonal Care Tips
Spring
Summer
Fall
Winter
This plant and other temperate flowering trees, vines, and shrubs often benefit from early spring care.
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Spring care includes pruning to remove dead branches. Be careful not to cut away any buds, it will reduce flowering.
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Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer to support healthy growth.
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Pay attention to soil moisture levels, and water whenever the top layer of soil is beginning to dry out.
4
Ensure container plants are receiving enough sunlight. Move the plants to a location receiving around six hours of sunlight a day.
Temperate flowering trees, vines, and shrubs like this plant require more care in the summer.
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Frequent watering in the summer is a must in most climates, especially in the south. Check the soil’s moisture levels daily, watering when it is beginning to dry out.
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Stop fertilizing in the summer while the plant is not in bloom.
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summer is the ideal time to remove any spent blooms to encourage re-flowering in the fall.
4
Move container plants out of the bright sunlight.
5
Keep an eye out for pests and diseases. Removing plant debris from the area can help with any potential issues.
Your plant needs a bit of care in the autumn months to keep it looking its best and prepare it for winter.
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In the late fall, you can give your plant a good prune. Remove any low-hanging or overcrowding branches, along with energy-sapping suckers, to keep the plant growing strong throughout the season.
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Clean up any fallen leaves around the plant, as these leaves can cause harmful bacteria to grow around the plant.
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Provide it with enough water to keep the soil moist, watering whenever the soil becomes dry.
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Make sure it's exposed to strong sunlight and has some shade in the afternoon.
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Watch out for any pests and diseases, such as mildew that looks like a powdery coating on the plant.
This plant requires some careful care during the winter.
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It's important for your plant to be exposed to cold winter weather during this season, which will help boost its production in the spring, in a process sometimes called “chilling” your plant. Therefore, don't worry about keeping these plants warm or bringing them inside.
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You may want to take this dormant time to prune away overcrowding, dead, or diseased parts, however.
Common Pests & Diseases
Common issues for Asiatic jasmine based on 10 million real cases
Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
Flower withering
Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Solutions: If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible. For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface. In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well. If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Solutions: There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils. Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies. Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy. Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly. Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
Petal blight
Bacterial infections can cause flowers to become soft and rotten.
Solutions: Like other fungal diseases, the progression of petal blight is extremely difficult to stop and impossible to reverse once it infects a plant. The best course of action is to remove all damaged flowers immediately and dispose of them entirely. Do not put them in the compost pile, where spores could grow and spread.
Leaf Weevils
Leaf Weevils are insects that feed on the leaves of plants.
Solutions: Leaf Weevils are relatively easy to control once their presence is discovered. Here’s what to do: Spray the foliage with an insecticide Place sticky traps around the lower trunks of fruit trees and other woody plants. Weevils can’t fly, and have to crawl up the plants when they emerge from the soil. Dig into the soil around plants with a garden fork and remove and dispose of any larvae. Let chickens roam around the garden, as they love to feed on weevil larvae.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Overview
Discolored spots on the foliage of plants are one of the most common disease problems people observe. These spots are caused by fungal and bacterial diseases, with most infections related to a fungal pathogen.
Brown spot can occurs on all houseplants, flowering ornamentals, vegetable plants, and leaves of trees, bushes, and shrubs. No plants are resistant to it, and the problem is worse in warm, wet environments. It can occur at any point in the life stage as long as leaves are present.
Small brownish spots appear on the foliage and enlarge as the disease progresses. In severe cases, the plant or tree is weakened when the lesions interrupt photosynthesis or cause defoliation.
Symptom Analysis
In most cases, brown spot only affects a small percentage of the whole plant, appearing on a small amount of the leaves. A small infection only puts minor stress on the plant. However, if left untreated and the disease progresses over numerous seasons, it will severely impact the health and productivity of the infected specimen.
- Sporulation begins (reproduction of the fungal spores), and tiny spots appear on leaves.
- Placement is often random and scattered as diseases are spread through raindrops.
- May appear on lower leaves and the interior of the plant where humidity is higher.
- Brown spots enlarge and grow large enough to touch neighboring spots to form a more prominent blotch.
- Leaf margins may turn yellow.
- Tiny black dots (fruiting bodies of the fungi) appear in the dead spots.
- Blotches grow in size until the entire leaf is brown.
- The leaf falls off the plant.
Severe Symptoms
- Partial or complete premature defoliation
- Reduced growth
- Increased susceptibility to pests and other diseases
Disease Cause
Brown spot, or leaf spot, is a common descriptive term given to several diseases affecting the leaves of plants and trees. Around 85% of diseases exhibiting leaf spots are due to fungus or fungus-like organisms. Sometimes brown spot is caused by a bacterial infection, or insect activity with similar symptoms.
When conditions are warm and the leaf surfaces are wet, fungal spores being transported by wind or rain land on the surface and cling to it. They do not rupture the cell walls but grow in the space between the plant plasma membrane and the plant cell wall. As the spores reproduce, they release toxins and enzymes that cause necrotic spots (i.e., dead tissue) on the leaves, allowing the fungi to consume the products released when the cells degrade.
Solutions
In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary.
Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading.
- Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear.
- Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread.
- Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
Prevention
Like many other diseases, it is easier to prevent brown spot than cure it, and this is done through cultural practices.
- Clear fall leaves from the ground before winter to minimize places where fungi and bacteria can overwinter.
- Maintain good air movement between plants through proper plant spacing.
- Increase air circulation through the center of plants through pruning.
- Thoroughly clean all pruning tools after working with diseased plants.
- Never dispose of disease plant material in a compost pile.
- Avoid overhead watering to keep moisture off of the foliage.
- Keep plants healthy by providing adequate sunlight, water, and fertilizer.
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Flower withering
Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Overview
Flower withering occurs when flowers become weak, droopy, wilted, or faded until they can’t be revived. During withering, they begin to wrinkle and shrink until the flower becomes completely dry or dead.
Any flowers, regardless of the plant type or the climate they are grown in, are susceptible to withering. It is a worldwide problem across houseplants, herbs, flowering ornamentals, trees, shrubs, garden vegetables, and food crops.
Unlike wilting—which withering is often confused with—withering can be caused by different things and is often due to more than a lack of water. Withering can be fatal in severe cases.
Symptom Analysis
Flower withering progresses from very mild cases to severe occurrences that kill the flower. The severity of the symptoms is related to the cause and how long the condition is allowed to progress before action is taken.
- Wilted, droopy flowers
- Petals and leaves begin to wrinkle
- Brown papery streaks or spots appear on the petals and leaf tips
- Flowerhead shrink in size
- Petal color fades
- Yellowing leaves
- Complete death of the flower
Disease Cause
The main causes of flower withering include natural age progress, lack of water, nutritional deficiencies, and bacterial or fungal diseases. It’s critical to determine the underlying cause when flower withering is noticed. This will guide the best course of action, if treatment is possible.
Check the soil for moisture and then closely examine the entire plant for signs of nutrient deficiencies. If neither of those appears to be the cause then cut open the stem below a flower. If a cross-section reveals brown or rust-colored stains it is safe to assume that this is a bacterial or fungal infection.
If the flower is nearing the end of its normal lifespan, genetic coding within the plant increases the production of ethylene, a phytohormone that controls senescence, or cell aging and death. Cell division stops and the plant begins breaking down resources within the flower to use in other parts of the plant.
In all other cases, flower withering happens when the plant seals off the stem as a defense mechanism, stopping transport within the vascular system. This prevents further water loss through the flowers but also stops bacteria and fungi from moving to healthy parts of the plant. Once water and nutrient transport stops, the flower begins to wither and ultimately die.
Solutions
If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible.
For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface.
In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well.
If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
Prevention
This is definitely one of those instances where prevention is more effective than cure. Here are some preventative measures for avoiding premature flower withering.
- Water plants according to their needs -- either keep the soil slightly moist or allow the top inch or two to dry out before watering again.
- Fertilize lightly on a consistent basis, depending upon the plant’s growth. Quick-growing plants and those that flower or develop fruit will need more frequent fertilizing than slow-growing plants.
- Purchase plants that are certified disease- or pathogen-free.
- Look for disease-resistant cultivars.
- Isolate plants showing disease symptoms to prevent the spread to neighboring plants.
- Practice good plant hygiene by removing any fallen plant material as soon as possible.
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Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Overview
Nutrient deficiencies can be seen in many different ways on plants. Basically, the lack of nutrients will inhibit plant growth, produce weak stems and leaves, and leave plants open to infection from pests and diseases. Plants use the nutrients from the soil to help them with photosynthesis. This, in turn, produces healthy plant growth. Plants that lack adequate amounts of nutrients will look lackluster and unhealthy. Eventually, if this is not addressed, it will cause the plants to die. The most important nutrients that plants need are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and sulfur. Additionally, plants require small amounts of micronutrients such as iron, boron, manganese, zinc, copper, and molybdenum.
Symptom Analysis
A common sign that plants are experiencing nutrient deficiencies is the yellowing of leaves. This may be an overall yellowing or leaves that are yellow but still have green veins. These leaves will eventually brown off and die.
Another sign is the loss of plant vigor. The plants may not be growing as well as they should or their growth may be stunted.
Below are some common symptoms that appear when plants are lacking in nutrients.
Nitrogen (N): Inner, older leaves yellow first. If the deficiency is severe, yellowing progresses outward to newer growth.
Potassium (K): Leaf edges may turn brown and crinkly, with a yellowing layer forming just inside of the edge. Older leaves tend to be impacted first.
Phosphorus (P): Lack of vigorous growth. Plants will appear stunted.
Zinc (Zn): Yellowing tends to occur first at the base of the leaf.
Copper (Cu): Newer leaves begin to yellow first, with older leaves yellowing only if the deficiency becomes severe.
Boron (B): Newer leaves are impacted first. Foliage may also become particularly brittle in cases of boron deficiency.
Disease Cause
There are several factors that can lead to nutrient deficiencies, a situation where plants are not receiving the nutrients that they need. This could be because they are planted in nutrient-deficient soils, or that the soil's pH is too high or low. Incorrect soil pH can lock up certain nutrients, thus making them unavailable to plants. Lack of soil moisture can also be a problem, because plants need water to be able to absorb the nutrients from the soil.
Solutions
There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils.
- Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies.
- Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy.
- Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly.
- Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
Prevention
There are several easy ways to prevent nutrient deficiencies in plants.
- Regular fertilizing. Regular addition of fertilizer to the soil is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent deficiencies.
- Proper watering. Both over and under watering can adversely impact a plant's roots, which in turn makes it harder for them to properly take up nutrients.
- Testing the soil's pH. A soil's acidity or alkalinity will impact the degree to which certain nutrients are available to be taken up by plants. Knowing the soil's pH means it can be amended to suit the needs of the individual plants.
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Petal blight
Bacterial infections can cause flowers to become soft and rotten.
Overview
Petal blight, sometimes called flower blight, is a fungal disease that only affects the blooms of some ornamental flowering plants. As the infection progresses, it destroys the flower, yet it never damages the vegetative or green parts of the plant.
When flowers are infected, the symptoms look similar to Botrytis blight, but Botrytis also infects dead or dormant vegetative tissue.
The disease was first discovered in Japanese plants in 1919 and in the US in the late 1930s. Presently it is also found in New Zealand, Australia, and parts of Europe. Unfortunately, no plants have high resistance to petal blight, but specific cultivars are more susceptible than others, particularly species with double blooms.
Petal blight infection rates are high when temperatures are mild to warm (optimum temperatures are 15 to 21 ℃) and the weather is misty or rainy.
Overall, petal blight is an aesthetic problem that ruins blossoms. The disease is not harmful to the long-term health of the plant.
Symptom Analysis
The severity of the symptoms varies, depending upon the species of plant infected. Signs of petal blight are commonly seen on the blooms just after they open.
- Pallid spots on colored petals.
- Brown spots on white petals.
- Browning around the petal edges.
- Small spots look water-soaked.
- Spots rapidly enlarge and merge.
- Flowers become limp.
- The entire flower turns light brown, but does not crumble.
- Flowers become slimy at first and then take on a leathery texture.
- A ring of white or gray mycelium can be seen at the base of the petals.
Disease Cause
Petal blight is caused by several different fungi, with each type infecting specific plants. Ovulinia azalea infects azaleas species and cultivars, and rhododendrons. Ciborinia camelliae infects camellia cultivars.
Shortly after blooming, the fungus infects the base of the flowers by the calyx. The fungus produces cell wall-degrading enzymes that destroy flowers within a couple of days. When the flowers fall to the ground, the fungus' hard fruiting bodies fall to the soil as well, overwintering until the following spring.
When temperatures hit the optimum range the following season, spores are transmitted by insects or can spread on wind currents up to about 12 miles. Once in the soil, the pathogen can be active for three to five years.
Solutions
Like other fungal diseases, the progression of petal blight is extremely difficult to stop and impossible to reverse once it infects a plant. The best course of action is to remove all damaged flowers immediately and dispose of them entirely. Do not put them in the compost pile, where spores could grow and spread.
Prevention
- Apply a preventative dose of fungicide as soon as blooms start to show color on the plant. The preventative can be applied as a soil drench or directly to the flowers on the plant.
- Avoid overhead watering during blooming.
- Remove any leaf litter and dead flowers at the end of the season.
- Cover the ground under infected plants with 4” of fresh organic mulch before winter, taking care not to disturb the infected soil.
- Buy bare-root specimens when available.
- When potted plants are purchased, remove the top layer of potting soil and replace it with fresh mulch.
- Plant cultivars that bloom early in the season before the temperatures get high enough for petal blight pathogens to be spreading.
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Leaf Weevils
Leaf Weevils are insects that feed on the leaves of plants.
Overview
Leaf Weevils are insects that feed on the leaves of plants. They can cause major damage to both edible and non-edible plants. Watch out for these garden pests and use control measures to get rid of them as soon as the problem is noticed.
Symptom Analysis
Leaf Weevils are small flightless insects that are typically around 6 mm long. They have a hard body that is oval shaped and covered in short hairs, a long snout on their head that is downward facing, and 3 pairs of legs with hooked claws.
Once mated, the female weevil with lay around 20 eggs at one time, either in leaf litter on the ground or sometimes on the soil. Weevils generally only produce one batch of eggs a year but may produce 2 if conditions are ideal.
The eggs take around 6 to 15 days to hatch. When the larva emerges, it burrows into the soil. These larvae have chewing mouth parts and no legs. They feed on the roots of the plants. When this happens, you may see signs of wilting of the leaves, stems, and flowers as the plant can’t deliver enough water from the roots to the above-ground growing parts.
Eventually, the larva evolves into a soft white pupa. The pupating period normally takes around 1 to 3 weeks. After this, the adult leaf weevil will emerge and crawl up the plant to feed on the leaves.
Adult leaf Weevils feed on young leaves, stems, flowers, and buds of almost any plant. This includes many varieties of fruits and vegetables as well as ornamental plants. This creates irregular round holes in the leaves. These holes normally start at the edges of the leaf. Holes may also be made in flowers, lesions may be caused on the skin of fruit, and sometimes whole stems are chewed off.
These insects prefer a humid environment with warm temperatures. They are mostly active during the night and will hide in leaf litter, mulch, and other debris during the day.
Solutions
Leaf Weevils are relatively easy to control once their presence is discovered. Here’s what to do:
- Spray the foliage with an insecticide
- Place sticky traps around the lower trunks of fruit trees and other woody plants. Weevils can’t fly, and have to crawl up the plants when they emerge from the soil.
- Dig into the soil around plants with a garden fork and remove and dispose of any larvae.
- Let chickens roam around the garden, as they love to feed on weevil larvae.
Prevention
There are various ways to keep leaf Weevils away from plants.
- Remove weeds such as dandelion, capeweed, portulaca, mallow, sorrel, and dock. Leaf Weevils are attracted to these weeds and will set up a colony.
- Make sure fruit trees are well spaced from each other. This ensures that the weevils and their larvae don’t spread from one tree to the next.
- Cultivate the soil before planting a new crop. This allows any larvae or pupae in the soil to be unearthed and disposed of.
- Regularly fertilize the soil to encourage both earthworm and microbial activity.
- Check plants regularly to see any signs of leaf weevil activity. Also check under loose bark, mulch, leaf litter, and in the junction of stems on the plant.
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More About Asiatic Jasmine
Plant Type
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Spread
3 m
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Flower Color
Yellow
White
Cream
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Plant Height
15 to 600 cm
Name story
Asiatic jasmine
The most attractive part of the plant is the flowers as the flowers have the appearance of a rotating windmill. The flowers are collected in the axillary cymes. The cream-white flowers consist of a yellow heart and they exude the scent of jasmine. The specific epithet asiaticum indicates the meaning of "from Asia". So it is called Asiatic jasmine. 
Usages
Garden Use
Asiatic jasmine is a wonderfully versatile evergreen vine that is prized for its sweetly scented and abundant blossoms. It is frequently grown as a groundcover, along fences and walls as a screen, or in hanging baskets to produce a cascading effect. Asiatic jasmine goes perfectly in cottage-style gardens and can easily be grown indoors and in urban areas. Options for companion plants include roses, creeping juniper, and coreopsis.
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Common Problems
Why do the leaves of my asiatic jasmine turn yellow?
- It may be due to insufficient light. Leaves will be greener with sunlight.
- It may be due to the lack of water in the plant or standing water in the soil. You can insert your fingers into the soil to feel the humidity. When asiatic jasmine is deficient in water, it shows yellow and wilted leaves. In that case, apply water and increase air humidity. Standing water in the soil may also lead to anoxic root rot and poor plant growth. Water should be drained and the soil replaced with the new, looser soil.
- It may be due to excessive fertilization, which can also cause damage to the root system. This can be resolved by changing the soil and not fertilizing for some time.
- It may be due to low temperature. Asiatic jasmine should be moved indoors during cold winters.
Why does my asiatic jasmine bloom rarely or not at all?
- It may be due to its short growth time. Generally, asiatic jasmine propagated through seeds needs 4-5 years to bloom.
- It may be due to insufficient light, moisture, or fertilizer. More suitable conditions need to be given to plants.
- It may be due to improper pruning, such as over-pruning before blooming or cutting off flower buds.
- Some varieties of asiatic jasmine bloom less than others. You may want to choose another asiatic jasmine with more flowers.
Caring for a New Plant
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Picking a Healthy Woody Plant
Check Its Health
Whole Plant
Symmetrical crown, evenly distributed branches, full and compact shape, no excessive growth, close internodes, and uniform leaf size.
Branches
The branches are not withered, and the trunk is free of boreholes or damage.
Leaves
Check the inside of the plant, shaded and overlapping areas, back of leaves. Even colour, no yellowing, no brown spots, no crawling insects, no cobwebs, no deformities, no wilting.
Stems
No mold, browning or soft rot at the base of the plant.
Health Troubleshooting
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1 Asymmetrical crown or missing, uneven branching: prune the weak and slender branches of the larger portion of the asymmetrical crown. ![trouble-image]()
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2 Internodes are longer in the upper part, leaves are sparse and smaller on top: increase light intensity or duration.
1 Asymmetrical crown or missing, uneven branching: prune the weak and slender branches of the larger portion of the asymmetrical crown. 
2 Internodes are longer in the upper part, leaves are sparse and smaller on top: increase light intensity or duration. Branches ![trouble-image]()
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1 Dry branches: check if the branch is still alive by peeling back a small section of bark and trim away any dry branches. Watch out for signs of insect infestation inside the branch. ![trouble-image]()
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2 Bark with holes: inject insecticide into the holes and apply systemic insecticide to the roots. ![trouble-image]()
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3 Damaged bark: brush on a wound-healing agent, and avoid getting it wet.
1 Dry branches: check if the branch is still alive by peeling back a small section of bark and trim away any dry branches. Watch out for signs of insect infestation inside the branch. 
2 Bark with holes: inject insecticide into the holes and apply systemic insecticide to the roots. 
3 Damaged bark: brush on a wound-healing agent, and avoid getting it wet. Stems ![trouble-image]()
Mildew, browning, or soft rot at the base: place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment and water with fungicide.
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1 Uneven leaf color and yellowing: prune yellow leaves and check if there are signs of rot at the base of the plant. Spray with fungicide for severe cases. ![trouble-image]()
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2 Brown spots or small yellow spots: place the plant in a ventilated area and avoid watering the leaves. Spray with fungicide for severe cases. ![trouble-image]()
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3 Tiny crawling insects on the back of leaves or spider webs between leaves: increase light exposure and spray with insecticide for severe cases. ![trouble-image]()
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4 Deformations or missing parts on leaves: determine if it's physical damage or pest infestation. Linear or tearing damage is physical, while the rest are pests. Spray with insecticide. ![trouble-image]()
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5 Wilting leaves: provide partial shade and avoid excessive sun exposure. Remove 1/3 to 1/2 of the leaves for severe cases.
1 Uneven leaf color and yellowing: prune yellow leaves and check if there are signs of rot at the base of the plant. Spray with fungicide for severe cases. 
2 Brown spots or small yellow spots: place the plant in a ventilated area and avoid watering the leaves. Spray with fungicide for severe cases. 
3 Tiny crawling insects on the back of leaves or spider webs between leaves: increase light exposure and spray with insecticide for severe cases. 
4 Deformations or missing parts on leaves: determine if it's physical damage or pest infestation. Linear or tearing damage is physical, while the rest are pests. Spray with insecticide. 
5 Wilting leaves: provide partial shade and avoid excessive sun exposure. Remove 1/3 to 1/2 of the leaves for severe cases. Treat and prevent plant diseases.
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Check Its Growing Conditions
Soil Check
Soil should smell fresh like after a rain and no musty odor.
Light Check
Check the light requirement of the plant and if it match with planting location.
Temperature Check
Check if the current outdoor temperature is too low or too high.
Condition Troubleshooting
Soil
Potting mix soil, Peat moss mix soil
Soil smells musty or foul: check the root system for decay, place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment, and water with fungicide.
Ideal Temperature
-10℃ to 35℃
Outdoor temperature is not suitable for the plant: wait until it's a more favorable temperature for growth.
Suitable Light
Partial sun, Full shade
Insufficient light: Lack of light can result in fewer leaves and branches, and prevent flowering. Move plant to sunnier spot if possible.
Transplant recovery: After 3 days without severe wilting, slowly increase light to normal levels over a week. If plant droops or sheds leaves, keep it in shade. Once wilting stops, give shade until the plant stands up again. Lots of yellowing and leaf loss mean the light is too low and needs to be increased.
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Step 1
Repotting
Plant your plant promptly in its final location or in a new pot, if conditions are suitable. When transplanting, clean the roots of the plant and keep the root system intact. Prune any blackened or rotten roots, spread out a heavily tangled root system, and mix in some well-rotted organic fertilizer. Use permeable soil and water thoroughly after planting.
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Step 2
Pruning
Remove yellow or diseased leaves immediately. If leaves are crowded and appear wilted or falling off, remove some of them. For bare-root plants, cut off at least half of the leaves. Pruning is not typically required.
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Step 3
Watering
Increase watering in the first week to keep soil moist. Water when soil is slightly dry, for at least 2 weeks. Avoid over-watering. Do not water when there is water on your fingers after touching the soil.
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Step 4
Fertilizing
Add a small amount of base fertilizer during transplanting or repotting. No other fertilizer needed for the first month.
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Asiatic Jasmine
Repotting
Plant promptly in final location or new pot. Clean roots, use organic fertilizer, permeable soil, and water thoroughly.
Pruning
Cut off yellow or diseased leaves and crowded leaves that appear wilted or falling.
Watering
Water new plants more often for 2 weeks. Avoid over/under watering by checking the soil.
Fertilizing
Add base fertilizer during transplanting. No other fertilizer is needed for the first month.
Sunlight
Regular sun exposure for indoor plants. Shade after transplanting/repotting, then gradually increase light if there is no wilting. Increase light if yellowing and leaf drop occur.
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Repotting
Plant promptly in final location or new pot. Clean roots, use organic fertilizer, permeable soil, and water thoroughly.
Pruning
Cut off yellow or diseased leaves and crowded leaves that appear wilted or falling.
Watering
Water new plants more often for 2 weeks. Avoid over/under watering by checking the soil.
Fertilizing
Add base fertilizer during transplanting. No other fertilizer is needed for the first month.
Sunlight
Regular sun exposure for indoor plants. Shade after transplanting/repotting, then gradually increase light if there is no wilting. Increase light if yellowing and leaf drop occur.
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Asiatic jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) is a plant species native to northeast Asia, India and Malaysia. The latin name Trachelospermum asiaticum means seed from Asia. It has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
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Basic Care Guide
Water
Asiatic jasmine prefers a slightly moist environment without standing water. Watering can be done every 2 days in spring and fall, once a day in summer, and once every half month in winter. Sufficient humidity allows asiatic jasmine to spread quickly and make leaves and flowers healthier. It can adapt to a slightly dry environment. With poor resistance to standing water, be sure not to overwater asiatic jasmine.
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Fertilizer
Asiatic jasmine does well in nutrient-rich environments and inadequate growth environments alike. Deficiency in fertilizer does not affect survival, but impacts the appearance and numbers of blooms. Apply nitrogenous-phosphate-potassium compound fertilizer once in spring and fall. No fertilizers are needed in winter and summer.
With sufficient nutrients, leaves are deep in color and large in size. The number of blooms and the fragrance increases. If you want to create a spectacular flower waterfall, use phosphate-potassium fertilizers and less nitrogen fertilizer.
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Sunlight
Asiatic jasmine enjoys sunlight and adapts well to full sun. A few varieties may require moderate shade. Check the requirements for planting conditions on its label when purchasing. Insufficient light for a long period may lead to spindling, ungraceful shape, yellowing leaves without luster, and reduced number or size of blooms.
Over-sufficient sunlight in the summer may cause asiatic jasmine to lose water and wither. It's best to water in the evening. Newly transplanted or weak seedlings, or severely dehydrated plants, may endure irreversible damage from dehydration, so set up shade nets for asiatic jasmine in advance, or temporarily move potted plant to shaded places.
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Pruning
Generally, the evergreen asiatic jasmine doesn't need much pruning. Variegated varieties need to be pruned to grow more new leaves. Flowers and leaves mainly appear on the young leaves, while those on the old leaves gradually disappear. Usually, you can remove the pinch tips of young sprouts to encourage asiatic jasmine to sprout more side branches and grow compactly.
If you want to grow asiatic jasmine into shapes such as garden arches, flower walls, flower racks, or trimmed lawns or hedges, pruning is advised. Asiatic jasmine germinates well, is resistant to pruning, and can be pruned throughout the year. The best time to prune is in winter dormancy. Be careful not to overprune in spring, as you may cut off flower buds and directly affect the number of blooms. After it is pruned, toxic milky saps will overflow from the wound. Wearing gloves while pruning is advised.
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Temperature
Asiatic jasmine is mostly distributed in the mountains and forests of tropics and subtropics. The suitable temperature for growth is 23 to 30 ℃. In winter, it is necessary to move asiatic jasmine indoors to prevent it from freezing.
Asiatic jasmine likes a moist growing environment, but is not resistant to waterlogging. Avoid planting in low-lying areas. Be sure to drain standing water in rainy seasons. When asiatic jasmine is used as a potted plant, put some pebbles at the bottom of the pot so excess water drains smoothly from the hole of the pot. Otherwise, waterlogging easily leads to rotten roots.
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Soil
Asiatic jasmine can adapt to a variety of soils. Ensure smooth soil drainage. It grows best in loose, fertile, well-drained, neutral or weakly acidic soils with a pH of 5.7-7. Mix hummus and sand with cultivation soil. Bone meal and animal organic fertilizer can be mixed as base fertilizer.
Asiatic jasmine has a developed root system and is not resistant to waterlogging. plant it in a brick or ceramic pot with large diameter, large capacity, and drainage holes at the bottom to ensure root health. If planted in a small flower pot, a plastic pot can be used, which is lightweight and convenient for repotting. It's time to repot when the roots grow out of the pot. Avoid inhibition of plant growth due to insufficient space for rooting.
Propagation
Planting
As a potted plant, asiatic jasmine generally bears no seeds. When planted in the garden, it may produce cylindrical fruits after blooming. The mature seeds can be harvested in fall. Sow seed in spring; germination takes 8-10 weeks. The growing seedlings need to accumulate nutrients for 3-4 years before blooming; therefore, this propagation method is unpopular.
More common propagation methods are cutting or layering. With abundant rain and warm climate, the tender stems of asiatic jasmine are prone to produce aerial roots naturally. You can cut the young stems with aerial roots and insert them into soil. Place them in the shade and wait for the new plant to get established. If the original stem has not grown aerial roots, bury its tender stem into slightly moist soil at a depth of about 3 to 4 cm without cutting. After the second year, when the tender stem has a new root, cut this stem segment and transplant it individually.
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Purchased seedlings of asiatic jasmine can be planted in the garden at any time. Spring is the best season for transplanting. As the temperature rises, your plants will quickly take root and sprout. Thus, the survival rate of transplanting is significantly higher than that in winter dormancy. Due to high temperatures or sun exposure, transplanting seedlings in summer may cause death.
Be sure to choose a slightly higher planting site in the garden to avoid waterlogging. In mild climate areas, asiatic jasmine can be planted on the sunny side of the garden. In hot summer areas, plant in a place shaded by buildings or other plants at noon.
Repot potted asiatic jasmine 2-4 weeks after blooming ends. Lots of nutrients are consumed after blooming, and it needs time to grow and gain nutrients from the soil. In addition, the temperature gradually decreases after the blooming period and the probability of being infected by pests is relatively reduced. During dormancy, it accumulates nutrients needed for growth in the coming year.
Avoiding repotting ornamental asiatic jasmine in spring, which may affect the quantity and quality of blooming in summer. Used as a foliage plant, asiatic jasmine can be repotted in spring. As the temperature rises, it can quickly recover and the growth of leaves basically will not be affected.
As a vine plant, asiatic jasmine's soft branches can be guided to grow in different shapes. It can be planted directly on the ground, or wrapped around trees, ropes, and grids to cover an entire wall. Buy a flower arch and after a period of time, you can get a garden arch full of asiatic jasmine.
Transplanting
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Delightful news, asiatic jasmine enthusiasts! The prime time for transplanting this beauty is between early to late spring, offering optimal growth conditions. Choose a spot with well-draining soil, partial to full shade, and ample space. Remember, gentle handling during transplanting helps asiatic jasmine thrive!
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Seasonal Care Tips
Spring
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Winter
This plant and other temperate flowering trees, vines, and shrubs often benefit from early spring care.
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Spring care includes pruning to remove dead branches. Be careful not to cut away any buds, it will reduce flowering.
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Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer to support healthy growth.
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Pay attention to soil moisture levels, and water whenever the top layer of soil is beginning to dry out.
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Ensure container plants are receiving enough sunlight. Move the plants to a location receiving around six hours of sunlight a day.
Temperate flowering trees, vines, and shrubs like this plant require more care in the summer.
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Frequent watering in the summer is a must in most climates, especially in the south. Check the soil’s moisture levels daily, watering when it is beginning to dry out.
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Stop fertilizing in the summer while the plant is not in bloom.
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summer is the ideal time to remove any spent blooms to encourage re-flowering in the fall.
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Move container plants out of the bright sunlight.
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Keep an eye out for pests and diseases. Removing plant debris from the area can help with any potential issues.
Your plant needs a bit of care in the autumn months to keep it looking its best and prepare it for winter.
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In the late fall, you can give your plant a good prune. Remove any low-hanging or overcrowding branches, along with energy-sapping suckers, to keep the plant growing strong throughout the season.
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Clean up any fallen leaves around the plant, as these leaves can cause harmful bacteria to grow around the plant.
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Provide it with enough water to keep the soil moist, watering whenever the soil becomes dry.
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Make sure it's exposed to strong sunlight and has some shade in the afternoon.
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Watch out for any pests and diseases, such as mildew that looks like a powdery coating on the plant.
This plant requires some careful care during the winter.
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It's important for your plant to be exposed to cold winter weather during this season, which will help boost its production in the spring, in a process sometimes called “chilling” your plant. Therefore, don't worry about keeping these plants warm or bringing them inside.
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You may want to take this dormant time to prune away overcrowding, dead, or diseased parts, however.
Common Pests & Diseases
Common issues for Asiatic jasmine based on 10 million real cases
Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Solutions: In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary. Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading. Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear. Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread. Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
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Flower withering
Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Solutions: If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible. For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface. In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well. If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
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Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Solutions: There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils. Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies. Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy. Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly. Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
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Petal blight
Bacterial infections can cause flowers to become soft and rotten.
Solutions: Like other fungal diseases, the progression of petal blight is extremely difficult to stop and impossible to reverse once it infects a plant. The best course of action is to remove all damaged flowers immediately and dispose of them entirely. Do not put them in the compost pile, where spores could grow and spread.
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Leaf Weevils
Leaf Weevils are insects that feed on the leaves of plants.
Solutions: Leaf Weevils are relatively easy to control once their presence is discovered. Here’s what to do: Spray the foliage with an insecticide Place sticky traps around the lower trunks of fruit trees and other woody plants. Weevils can’t fly, and have to crawl up the plants when they emerge from the soil. Dig into the soil around plants with a garden fork and remove and dispose of any larvae. Let chickens roam around the garden, as they love to feed on weevil larvae.
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Brown spot
This infection can cause brown spots or patches to appear on the plant.
Overview
Discolored spots on the foliage of plants are one of the most common disease problems people observe. These spots are caused by fungal and bacterial diseases, with most infections related to a fungal pathogen.
Brown spot can occurs on all houseplants, flowering ornamentals, vegetable plants, and leaves of trees, bushes, and shrubs. No plants are resistant to it, and the problem is worse in warm, wet environments. It can occur at any point in the life stage as long as leaves are present.
Small brownish spots appear on the foliage and enlarge as the disease progresses. In severe cases, the plant or tree is weakened when the lesions interrupt photosynthesis or cause defoliation.
Symptom Analysis
In most cases, brown spot only affects a small percentage of the whole plant, appearing on a small amount of the leaves. A small infection only puts minor stress on the plant. However, if left untreated and the disease progresses over numerous seasons, it will severely impact the health and productivity of the infected specimen.
- Sporulation begins (reproduction of the fungal spores), and tiny spots appear on leaves.
- Placement is often random and scattered as diseases are spread through raindrops.
- May appear on lower leaves and the interior of the plant where humidity is higher.
- Brown spots enlarge and grow large enough to touch neighboring spots to form a more prominent blotch.
- Leaf margins may turn yellow.
- Tiny black dots (fruiting bodies of the fungi) appear in the dead spots.
- Blotches grow in size until the entire leaf is brown.
- The leaf falls off the plant.
Severe Symptoms
- Partial or complete premature defoliation
- Reduced growth
- Increased susceptibility to pests and other diseases
Disease Cause
Brown spot, or leaf spot, is a common descriptive term given to several diseases affecting the leaves of plants and trees. Around 85% of diseases exhibiting leaf spots are due to fungus or fungus-like organisms. Sometimes brown spot is caused by a bacterial infection, or insect activity with similar symptoms.
When conditions are warm and the leaf surfaces are wet, fungal spores being transported by wind or rain land on the surface and cling to it. They do not rupture the cell walls but grow in the space between the plant plasma membrane and the plant cell wall. As the spores reproduce, they release toxins and enzymes that cause necrotic spots (i.e., dead tissue) on the leaves, allowing the fungi to consume the products released when the cells degrade.
Solutions
In minor cases of brown spot, there isn’t any need to treat the disease. However, if much of the foliage is affected and defoliation occurs, the plant will benefit from getting rid of the infection. It is recommended to start by applying organic treatment options, working up to the more potent synthetic, chemical fungicides if necessary.
Organic options won’t kill the fungus, but will prevent it from spreading.
- Dissolve ½ teaspoon of baking soda and one teaspoon of liquid soap in a gallon of water. Using a spray bottle, spray on tops and bottoms of leaves until the mixture drips off. Repeat every two weeks until existing spots stop enlarging and new spots no longer appear.
- Spray a copper-based fungicidal soap on the leaves, coating the top and bottom leaf surfaces. Reapply as directed on the product label. Copper penetrates the leaf surface and prevents germination of spores so the fungus cannot spread.
- Apply an all-purpose fungicide to the entire plant, following the label instructions carefully.
Prevention
Like many other diseases, it is easier to prevent brown spot than cure it, and this is done through cultural practices.
- Clear fall leaves from the ground before winter to minimize places where fungi and bacteria can overwinter.
- Maintain good air movement between plants through proper plant spacing.
- Increase air circulation through the center of plants through pruning.
- Thoroughly clean all pruning tools after working with diseased plants.
- Never dispose of disease plant material in a compost pile.
- Avoid overhead watering to keep moisture off of the foliage.
- Keep plants healthy by providing adequate sunlight, water, and fertilizer.
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Flower withering
Flowers may dry out due to a sudden change in environment or because the plant has completed its normal flowering period.
Overview
Flower withering occurs when flowers become weak, droopy, wilted, or faded until they can’t be revived. During withering, they begin to wrinkle and shrink until the flower becomes completely dry or dead.
Any flowers, regardless of the plant type or the climate they are grown in, are susceptible to withering. It is a worldwide problem across houseplants, herbs, flowering ornamentals, trees, shrubs, garden vegetables, and food crops.
Unlike wilting—which withering is often confused with—withering can be caused by different things and is often due to more than a lack of water. Withering can be fatal in severe cases.
Symptom Analysis
Flower withering progresses from very mild cases to severe occurrences that kill the flower. The severity of the symptoms is related to the cause and how long the condition is allowed to progress before action is taken.
- Wilted, droopy flowers
- Petals and leaves begin to wrinkle
- Brown papery streaks or spots appear on the petals and leaf tips
- Flowerhead shrink in size
- Petal color fades
- Yellowing leaves
- Complete death of the flower
Disease Cause
The main causes of flower withering include natural age progress, lack of water, nutritional deficiencies, and bacterial or fungal diseases. It’s critical to determine the underlying cause when flower withering is noticed. This will guide the best course of action, if treatment is possible.
Check the soil for moisture and then closely examine the entire plant for signs of nutrient deficiencies. If neither of those appears to be the cause then cut open the stem below a flower. If a cross-section reveals brown or rust-colored stains it is safe to assume that this is a bacterial or fungal infection.
If the flower is nearing the end of its normal lifespan, genetic coding within the plant increases the production of ethylene, a phytohormone that controls senescence, or cell aging and death. Cell division stops and the plant begins breaking down resources within the flower to use in other parts of the plant.
In all other cases, flower withering happens when the plant seals off the stem as a defense mechanism, stopping transport within the vascular system. This prevents further water loss through the flowers but also stops bacteria and fungi from moving to healthy parts of the plant. Once water and nutrient transport stops, the flower begins to wither and ultimately die.
Solutions
If flower withering is a natural progression due to age, there is nothing that can be done to slow or stop the process. Once hormones within the plant begin the process of senescence, it’s irreversible.
For lack of water, immediately water the plant using room temperature rainwater, bottled spring water, or filtered tap water. Water container plants until excess water drains out the bottom; water in-ground plants until the soil is soaked but there isn’t standing water on the surface.
In the event of nutritional deficiencies, the best solution is to use a granular or water-soluble liquid fertilizer, and apply it to the soil at about half the recommended dosage. Keep it off the leaves and make sure granular products are watered into the soil well.
If the plant is infected with a bacterial or fungal pathogen, there is no course of treatment that cures the diseased plants. The best solution is to remove the infected plants and dispose of the plant material off-site. Do not put in a compost pile.
Prevention
This is definitely one of those instances where prevention is more effective than cure. Here are some preventative measures for avoiding premature flower withering.
- Water plants according to their needs -- either keep the soil slightly moist or allow the top inch or two to dry out before watering again.
- Fertilize lightly on a consistent basis, depending upon the plant’s growth. Quick-growing plants and those that flower or develop fruit will need more frequent fertilizing than slow-growing plants.
- Purchase plants that are certified disease- or pathogen-free.
- Look for disease-resistant cultivars.
- Isolate plants showing disease symptoms to prevent the spread to neighboring plants.
- Practice good plant hygiene by removing any fallen plant material as soon as possible.
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Nutrient deficiencies
A lack of nutrients will cause a widespread yellowing of the leaves. The yellowing may begin at the base or top of the plant.
Overview
Nutrient deficiencies can be seen in many different ways on plants. Basically, the lack of nutrients will inhibit plant growth, produce weak stems and leaves, and leave plants open to infection from pests and diseases. Plants use the nutrients from the soil to help them with photosynthesis. This, in turn, produces healthy plant growth. Plants that lack adequate amounts of nutrients will look lackluster and unhealthy. Eventually, if this is not addressed, it will cause the plants to die. The most important nutrients that plants need are nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and sulfur. Additionally, plants require small amounts of micronutrients such as iron, boron, manganese, zinc, copper, and molybdenum.
Symptom Analysis
A common sign that plants are experiencing nutrient deficiencies is the yellowing of leaves. This may be an overall yellowing or leaves that are yellow but still have green veins. These leaves will eventually brown off and die.
Another sign is the loss of plant vigor. The plants may not be growing as well as they should or their growth may be stunted.
Below are some common symptoms that appear when plants are lacking in nutrients.
Nitrogen (N): Inner, older leaves yellow first. If the deficiency is severe, yellowing progresses outward to newer growth.
Potassium (K): Leaf edges may turn brown and crinkly, with a yellowing layer forming just inside of the edge. Older leaves tend to be impacted first.
Phosphorus (P): Lack of vigorous growth. Plants will appear stunted.
Zinc (Zn): Yellowing tends to occur first at the base of the leaf.
Copper (Cu): Newer leaves begin to yellow first, with older leaves yellowing only if the deficiency becomes severe.
Boron (B): Newer leaves are impacted first. Foliage may also become particularly brittle in cases of boron deficiency.
Disease Cause
There are several factors that can lead to nutrient deficiencies, a situation where plants are not receiving the nutrients that they need. This could be because they are planted in nutrient-deficient soils, or that the soil's pH is too high or low. Incorrect soil pH can lock up certain nutrients, thus making them unavailable to plants. Lack of soil moisture can also be a problem, because plants need water to be able to absorb the nutrients from the soil.
Solutions
There are several easy ways to remedy the nutrient deficiencies in soils.
- Use a water-soluble fertilizer. Fertilizers will include most or all of the macro and micro-nutrients the plants need to thrive. Adding some fertilizer to the soil will make those nutrients available and can combat deficiencies.
- Regularly apply organic fertilizer pellets. Organic fertilizers such as animal manures and bonemeal can supply plants with all the nutrients that they need to grow strong and healthy.
- Apply compost. Though not as finely tuned as artificial fertilizer, compost can nevertheless be rich in important nutrients and should be applied to the soil regularly.
- Apply nutrients via foliar application. In addition to supplementing the soil with nutrients, foliar fertilizer can be applied directly to the plant's leaves. Nutrients offered via foliar application are often taken up even quicker than those put in the soil, so the foliar application can be great for swiftly addressing specific deficiencies.
Prevention
There are several easy ways to prevent nutrient deficiencies in plants.
- Regular fertilizing. Regular addition of fertilizer to the soil is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent deficiencies.
- Proper watering. Both over and under watering can adversely impact a plant's roots, which in turn makes it harder for them to properly take up nutrients.
- Testing the soil's pH. A soil's acidity or alkalinity will impact the degree to which certain nutrients are available to be taken up by plants. Knowing the soil's pH means it can be amended to suit the needs of the individual plants.
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Petal blight
Bacterial infections can cause flowers to become soft and rotten.
Overview
Petal blight, sometimes called flower blight, is a fungal disease that only affects the blooms of some ornamental flowering plants. As the infection progresses, it destroys the flower, yet it never damages the vegetative or green parts of the plant.
When flowers are infected, the symptoms look similar to Botrytis blight, but Botrytis also infects dead or dormant vegetative tissue.
The disease was first discovered in Japanese plants in 1919 and in the US in the late 1930s. Presently it is also found in New Zealand, Australia, and parts of Europe. Unfortunately, no plants have high resistance to petal blight, but specific cultivars are more susceptible than others, particularly species with double blooms.
Petal blight infection rates are high when temperatures are mild to warm (optimum temperatures are 15 to 21 ℃) and the weather is misty or rainy.
Overall, petal blight is an aesthetic problem that ruins blossoms. The disease is not harmful to the long-term health of the plant.
Symptom Analysis
The severity of the symptoms varies, depending upon the species of plant infected. Signs of petal blight are commonly seen on the blooms just after they open.
- Pallid spots on colored petals.
- Brown spots on white petals.
- Browning around the petal edges.
- Small spots look water-soaked.
- Spots rapidly enlarge and merge.
- Flowers become limp.
- The entire flower turns light brown, but does not crumble.
- Flowers become slimy at first and then take on a leathery texture.
- A ring of white or gray mycelium can be seen at the base of the petals.
Disease Cause
Petal blight is caused by several different fungi, with each type infecting specific plants. Ovulinia azalea infects azaleas species and cultivars, and rhododendrons. Ciborinia camelliae infects camellia cultivars.
Shortly after blooming, the fungus infects the base of the flowers by the calyx. The fungus produces cell wall-degrading enzymes that destroy flowers within a couple of days. When the flowers fall to the ground, the fungus' hard fruiting bodies fall to the soil as well, overwintering until the following spring.
When temperatures hit the optimum range the following season, spores are transmitted by insects or can spread on wind currents up to about 12 miles. Once in the soil, the pathogen can be active for three to five years.
Solutions
Like other fungal diseases, the progression of petal blight is extremely difficult to stop and impossible to reverse once it infects a plant. The best course of action is to remove all damaged flowers immediately and dispose of them entirely. Do not put them in the compost pile, where spores could grow and spread.
Prevention
- Apply a preventative dose of fungicide as soon as blooms start to show color on the plant. The preventative can be applied as a soil drench or directly to the flowers on the plant.
- Avoid overhead watering during blooming.
- Remove any leaf litter and dead flowers at the end of the season.
- Cover the ground under infected plants with 4” of fresh organic mulch before winter, taking care not to disturb the infected soil.
- Buy bare-root specimens when available.
- When potted plants are purchased, remove the top layer of potting soil and replace it with fresh mulch.
- Plant cultivars that bloom early in the season before the temperatures get high enough for petal blight pathogens to be spreading.
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Leaf Weevils
Leaf Weevils are insects that feed on the leaves of plants.
Overview
Leaf Weevils are insects that feed on the leaves of plants. They can cause major damage to both edible and non-edible plants. Watch out for these garden pests and use control measures to get rid of them as soon as the problem is noticed.
Symptom Analysis
Leaf Weevils are small flightless insects that are typically around 6 mm long. They have a hard body that is oval shaped and covered in short hairs, a long snout on their head that is downward facing, and 3 pairs of legs with hooked claws.
Once mated, the female weevil with lay around 20 eggs at one time, either in leaf litter on the ground or sometimes on the soil. Weevils generally only produce one batch of eggs a year but may produce 2 if conditions are ideal.
The eggs take around 6 to 15 days to hatch. When the larva emerges, it burrows into the soil. These larvae have chewing mouth parts and no legs. They feed on the roots of the plants. When this happens, you may see signs of wilting of the leaves, stems, and flowers as the plant can’t deliver enough water from the roots to the above-ground growing parts.
Eventually, the larva evolves into a soft white pupa. The pupating period normally takes around 1 to 3 weeks. After this, the adult leaf weevil will emerge and crawl up the plant to feed on the leaves.
Adult leaf Weevils feed on young leaves, stems, flowers, and buds of almost any plant. This includes many varieties of fruits and vegetables as well as ornamental plants. This creates irregular round holes in the leaves. These holes normally start at the edges of the leaf. Holes may also be made in flowers, lesions may be caused on the skin of fruit, and sometimes whole stems are chewed off.
These insects prefer a humid environment with warm temperatures. They are mostly active during the night and will hide in leaf litter, mulch, and other debris during the day.
Solutions
Leaf Weevils are relatively easy to control once their presence is discovered. Here’s what to do:
- Spray the foliage with an insecticide
- Place sticky traps around the lower trunks of fruit trees and other woody plants. Weevils can’t fly, and have to crawl up the plants when they emerge from the soil.
- Dig into the soil around plants with a garden fork and remove and dispose of any larvae.
- Let chickens roam around the garden, as they love to feed on weevil larvae.
Prevention
There are various ways to keep leaf Weevils away from plants.
- Remove weeds such as dandelion, capeweed, portulaca, mallow, sorrel, and dock. Leaf Weevils are attracted to these weeds and will set up a colony.
- Make sure fruit trees are well spaced from each other. This ensures that the weevils and their larvae don’t spread from one tree to the next.
- Cultivate the soil before planting a new crop. This allows any larvae or pupae in the soil to be unearthed and disposed of.
- Regularly fertilize the soil to encourage both earthworm and microbial activity.
- Check plants regularly to see any signs of leaf weevil activity. Also check under loose bark, mulch, leaf litter, and in the junction of stems on the plant.
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More About Asiatic Jasmine
Plant Type
Vine
Lifespan
Perennial
Spread
3 m
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer, Mid summer
Flower Color
Yellow
White
Cream
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Plant Height
15 to 600 cm
Name story
Asiatic jasmine
The most attractive part of the plant is the flowers as the flowers have the appearance of a rotating windmill. The flowers are collected in the axillary cymes. The cream-white flowers consist of a yellow heart and they exude the scent of jasmine. The specific epithet asiaticum indicates the meaning of "from Asia". So it is called Asiatic jasmine.
Usages
Garden Use
Asiatic jasmine is a wonderfully versatile evergreen vine that is prized for its sweetly scented and abundant blossoms. It is frequently grown as a groundcover, along fences and walls as a screen, or in hanging baskets to produce a cascading effect. Asiatic jasmine goes perfectly in cottage-style gardens and can easily be grown indoors and in urban areas. Options for companion plants include roses, creeping juniper, and coreopsis.
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Common Problems
Why do the leaves of my asiatic jasmine turn yellow?
- It may be due to insufficient light. Leaves will be greener with sunlight.
- It may be due to the lack of water in the plant or standing water in the soil. You can insert your fingers into the soil to feel the humidity. When asiatic jasmine is deficient in water, it shows yellow and wilted leaves. In that case, apply water and increase air humidity. Standing water in the soil may also lead to anoxic root rot and poor plant growth. Water should be drained and the soil replaced with the new, looser soil.
- It may be due to excessive fertilization, which can also cause damage to the root system. This can be resolved by changing the soil and not fertilizing for some time.
- It may be due to low temperature. Asiatic jasmine should be moved indoors during cold winters.
Why does my asiatic jasmine bloom rarely or not at all?
- It may be due to its short growth time. Generally, asiatic jasmine propagated through seeds needs 4-5 years to bloom.
- It may be due to insufficient light, moisture, or fertilizer. More suitable conditions need to be given to plants.
- It may be due to improper pruning, such as over-pruning before blooming or cutting off flower buds.
- Some varieties of asiatic jasmine bloom less than others. You may want to choose another asiatic jasmine with more flowers.
Caring for a New Plant
The following pictures and instructions for woody plant are aimed to help your plants adapt and thrive in a new environment.
1
Picking a Healthy Woody Plant
Check Its Health
Whole Plant
Symmetrical crown, evenly distributed branches, full and compact shape, no excessive growth, close internodes, and uniform leaf size.
Branches
The branches are not withered, and the trunk is free of boreholes or damage.
Leaves
Check the inside of the plant, shaded and overlapping areas, back of leaves. Even colour, no yellowing, no brown spots, no crawling insects, no cobwebs, no deformities, no wilting.
Stems
No mold, browning or soft rot at the base of the plant.
Health Troubleshooting
Whole Plant
Branches
Stems
Leaves
1 Asymmetrical crown or missing, uneven branching: prune the weak and slender branches of the larger portion of the asymmetrical crown. 
2 Internodes are longer in the upper part, leaves are sparse and smaller on top: increase light intensity or duration. 
1 Dry branches: check if the branch is still alive by peeling back a small section of bark and trim away any dry branches. Watch out for signs of insect infestation inside the branch. 
2 Bark with holes: inject insecticide into the holes and apply systemic insecticide to the roots. 
3 Damaged bark: brush on a wound-healing agent, and avoid getting it wet. 
Mildew, browning, or soft rot at the base: place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment and water with fungicide.
1 Uneven leaf color and yellowing: prune yellow leaves and check if there are signs of rot at the base of the plant. Spray with fungicide for severe cases. 
2 Brown spots or small yellow spots: place the plant in a ventilated area and avoid watering the leaves. Spray with fungicide for severe cases. 
3 Tiny crawling insects on the back of leaves or spider webs between leaves: increase light exposure and spray with insecticide for severe cases. 
4 Deformations or missing parts on leaves: determine if it's physical damage or pest infestation. Linear or tearing damage is physical, while the rest are pests. Spray with insecticide. 
5 Wilting leaves: provide partial shade and avoid excessive sun exposure. Remove 1/3 to 1/2 of the leaves for severe cases. Treat and prevent plant diseases.
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Check Its Growing Conditions
Soil Check
Soil should smell fresh like after a rain and no musty odor.
Light Check
Check the light requirement of the plant and if it match with planting location.
Temperature Check
Check if the current outdoor temperature is too low or too high.
Condition Troubleshooting
Soil
Ideal Temperature
Suitable Light
Potting mix soil, Peat moss mix soil
Soil
Soil smells musty or foul: check the root system for decay, place the plant in a ventilated, dry environment, and water with fungicide.
-10℃ to 35℃
Ideal Temperature
Outdoor temperature is not suitable for the plant: wait until it's a more favorable temperature for growth.
Partial sun, Full shade
Suitable Light
Insufficient light: Lack of light can result in fewer leaves and branches, and prevent flowering. Move plant to sunnier spot if possible.
Transplant recovery: After 3 days without severe wilting, slowly increase light to normal levels over a week. If plant droops or sheds leaves, keep it in shade. Once wilting stops, give shade until the plant stands up again. Lots of yellowing and leaf loss mean the light is too low and needs to be increased.
2
Adapting Your New Woody Plant
Step 1
Repotting
Plant your plant promptly in its final location or in a new pot, if conditions are suitable. When transplanting, clean the roots of the plant and keep the root system intact. Prune any blackened or rotten roots, spread out a heavily tangled root system, and mix in some well-rotted organic fertilizer. Use permeable soil and water thoroughly after planting.
Step 2
Pruning
Remove yellow or diseased leaves immediately. If leaves are crowded and appear wilted or falling off, remove some of them. For bare-root plants, cut off at least half of the leaves. Pruning is not typically required.
Step 3
Watering
Increase watering in the first week to keep soil moist. Water when soil is slightly dry, for at least 2 weeks. Avoid over-watering. Do not water when there is water on your fingers after touching the soil.
Step 4
Fertilizing
Add a small amount of base fertilizer during transplanting or repotting. No other fertilizer needed for the first month.
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Water
How Often Should I Water Asiatic Jasmine?
Every week
Watering Frequency
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Just like people, each plant has its own preferences and needs. Devote time to understanding your plants so you can nurture them properly. Observe your plants attentively, learning from their growth patterns, and becoming more in tune with their needs as you grow together. Keep a watchful eye on new plants and seedlings, as they are sensitive to both overwatering and underwatering. Shower them with gentle love and attention, fostering their growth and strength. Let the rhythm of your local climate guide your watering habits, adapting your schedule to the changing weather and the needs of your plants. Important Symptoms
Overwatering
Asiatic jasmine is more susceptible to developing disease symptoms when overwatered because it prefers a soil environment with moderate humidity. Symptoms of overwatering include yellowing leaves, root rot, leaf drop...
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Yellowing leaves
When plants receive too much water, the roots become oxygen deprived and the bottom leaves of the plant gradually turn yellow.
Root rot
Excess water in the soil can lead to the growth of harmful fungi and bacteria, causing the roots to rot and eventually kill the plant.
Leaf drop
When plants are overwatered, they may shed their leaves as a response to stress, even if the leaves appear green and healthy.
Mold and mildew
Overwatered plants create a damp environment that can encourage the growth of mold and mildew on soil.
Increased susceptibility diseases
Overwatering plants may become more susceptible and diseases as their overall health declines, weakening their natural defenses.
Solutions
1. Adjust watering frequency based on seasons and soil dryness. Wait for soil to dry before watering.2. Increase soil aeration by loosening surface and gently stirring with a wooden stick or chopstick.3. Optimize environment with good ventilation and warmth to enhance water evaporation and prevent overwatering.
Underwatering
Asiatic jasmine is more susceptible to plant health issues when lacking watering, as it can only tolerate short periods of drought. Symptoms of dehydration include wilting, yellowing leaves, leaf drop...
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Wilting
Due to the dry soil and insufficient water absorption by the roots, the leaves of the plant will appear limp, droopy, and lose vitality.
Root damage
Prolonged underwatering can cause root damage, making it difficult for the plant to absorb water even when it is available.
Dry stems
Due to insufficient water, plant stems may become dry or brittle, making the branches easy to break.
Dying plant
If underwatering continues for an extended period, the plant may ultimately die as a result of severe water stress and an inability to carry out essential functions.
Solutions
1. Thoroughly saturate soil with slow ring watering to ensure uniform and sufficient moisture for plants. 2. Increase air humidity with water trays or misting to slow leaf water evaporation. 3. Watering according to the recommended frequency.Adjust watering frequency based on seasons and soil dryness.
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Lighting
Indoor
Indoor
Outdoor
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Partial sun
Ideal
About 3-6 hours sunlight
Full sun, Full shade
Tolerance
Above 6 hours sunlight
Watch how sunlight gracefully moves through your garden, and choose spots that provide the perfect balance of light and shade for your plants, ensuring their happiness. Essentials
Asiatic jasmine appreciates exposures where moderate sun is received more than heavy shade or constant sunshine is. It can withstand a full range of light conditions which encourage healthy growth, though extreme amounts may negatively impact it. Its original habitats were usually rich in assorted light patterns.
Preferred
Tolerable
Unsuitable
Artificial lighting
Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
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Indoor plants require adequate lighting for optimal growth. When natural sunlight is insufficient, particularly in winter or in less sunny spaces, artificial lights offer a vital solution, promoting faster, healthier growth.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
1. Choose the right type of artificial light: LED lights are a popular choice for indoor plant lighting because they can be customized to provide the specific wavelengths of light that your plants need.
Full sun plants need 30-50W/sq ft of artificial light, partial sun plants need 20-30W/sq ft, and full shade plants need 10-20W/sq ft.
2. Determine the appropriate distance: Place the light source 12-36 inches above the plant to mimic natural sunlight.
3. Determine the duration: Mimic the length of natural daylight hours for your plant species. most plants need 8-12 hours of light per day.
Important Symptoms
Insufficient light
Asiatic jasmine is a versatile plant that thrives in full sunlight but can tolerate partial shade. While it can adapt to different light conditions, when grown indoors with insufficient light, subtle symptoms of light deficiency may arise.
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Small leaves
New leaves may grow smaller in size compared to the previous ones once they have matured.
Leggy or sparse growth
The spaces between leaves or stems of your asiatic jasmine may become longer, resulting in a thin and stretched-out appearance. This can make the plant look sparse and weak, and it may easily break or lean due to its own weight.
Faster leaf drop
When plants are exposed to low light conditions, they tend to shed older leaves early to conserve resources. Within a limited time, these resources can be utilized to grow new leaves until the plant's energy reserves are depleted.
Slower or no new growth
Asiatic jasmine enters a survival mode when light conditions are poor, which leads to a halt in leaf production. As a result, the plant's growth becomes delayed or stops altogether.
Lighter-colored new leaves
Insufficient sunlight can cause leaves to develop irregular color patterns or appear pale. This indicates a lack of chlorophyll and essential nutrients.
Solutions
1. To optimize plant growth, shift them to increasingly sunnier spots each week until they receive 3-6 hours of direct sunlight daily, enabling gradual adaptation to changing light conditions.2. To provide additional light for your plant, consider using artificial light if it's large or not easily movable. Keep a desk or ceiling lamp on for at least 8 hours daily, or invest in professional plant grow lights for ample light.
Excessive light
Asiatic jasmine thrives in full sun exposure but can adapt to partial shade. Although sunburn symptoms occur occasionally, they are generally tolerant of different light conditions due to their resilience.
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Chlorosis
Chlorosis is a condition where the plant's leaves lose their green color and turn yellow. This is due to the breakdown of chlorophyll from excessive sunlight, which negatively affects the plant's ability to photosynthesize.
Sunscald
Sunscald occurs when the plant's leaves or stems are damaged by intense sunlight exposure. It appears as pale, bleached, or necrotic areas on the plant tissue and can reduce the plant's overall health.
Leaf Curling
Leaf curling is a symptom where leaves curl or twist under extreme sunlight conditions. This is a defense mechanism used by the plant to reduce its surface area exposed to sunlight, minimizing water loss and damage.
Wilting
Wilting occurs when a plant loses turgor pressure and its leaves and stems begin to droop. Overexposure to sunlight can cause wilting by increasing the plant's water loss through transpiration, making it difficult for the plant to maintain adequate hydration.
Leaf Scorching
Leaf scorching is a symptom characterized by the appearance of brown, dry, and crispy edges or patches on leaves due to excessive sunlight. This can lead to a reduction in photosynthetic capacity and overall plant health.
Solutions
1. Move your plant to the optimal position where it can receive abundant sunlight but also have some shade. An east-facing window is an ideal choice as the morning sunlight is gentler. This way, your plant can enjoy ample sunlight while reducing the risk of sunburn.2. It is recommended to trim off any completely dehydrated or withered parts of the plant.
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Temperature
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Tolerable
Unsuitable
Just like people, each plant has its own preferences. Learn about your plants' temperature needs and create a comforting environment for them to flourish. As you care for your plants, your bond with them will deepen. Trust your intuition as you learn about their temperature needs, celebrating the journey you share. Lovingly monitor the temperature around your plants and adjust their environment as needed. A thermometer can be your ally in this heartfelt endeavor. Be patient and gentle with yourself as you explore your plants' temperature needs. Cherish your successes, learn from challenges, and nurture your garden with love, creating a haven that reflects the warmth of your care. Essentials
Asiatic jasmine, a temperate woody plant, prefers a temperature range of 59 to 100℉ (15 to 38℃). Its native growth environment related to temperature requirements is warm and humid. In cooler seasons, such as fall and winter, it may benefit from an adjustment to lower temperatures.
Regional wintering strategies
Asiatic jasmine has strong cold resistance, so special frost protection measures are usually not necessary during winter. However, if the winter temperatures are expected to drop below {Limit_growth_temperature}, it is still important to provide cold protection. This can be achieved by wrapping the trunk and branches with materials such as non-woven fabric or cloth. Before the first freeze in autumn, it is recommended to water the plant abundantly, ensuring the soil remains moist and enters a frozen state. This helps prevent drought and water scarcity for the plant during winter and early spring.
Important Symptoms
Low Temperature
Asiatic jasmine is cold-tolerant and thrives best when the temperature is above {Suitable_growth_temperature_min}. During winter, it should be kept above {Tolerable_growing_temperature_min}. When the temperature falls below {Limit_growth_temperature}, although there may not be any noticeable changes during winter, the branches may become brittle and dry during springtime, and no new shoots will emerge.
Solutions
In spring, prune away any dead branches that have failed to produce new leaves.
High Temperature
During summer, Asiatic jasmine should be kept below {Suitable_growth_temperature_max}. When the temperature exceeds {Tolerable_growing_temperature_max}, the leaves of the plant may become lighter in color, the tips may become dry and withered, and the plant becomes more susceptible to sunburn.
Solutions
Trim away the sunburned and dried-up parts. Move the plant to a location that provides shade from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth to create shade. Water the plant in the morning and evening to keep the soil moist.
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Transplant
How to Successfully Transplant Asiatic Jasmine?
Delightful news, asiatic jasmine enthusiasts! The prime time for transplanting this beauty is between early to late spring, offering optimal growth conditions. Choose a spot with well-draining soil, partial to full shade, and ample space. Remember, gentle handling during transplanting helps asiatic jasmine thrive!
What Preparations are Needed Before Transplanting Asiatic Jasmine?
What is the Ideal Time for Transplanting Asiatic Jasmine?
Replanting asiatic jasmine from the dawn of spring through late spring offers a head start towards successful growth. This period assures a cool, moist environment which supports root development. Utilizing this window boosts the chance of acclimatization, hence enhancing overall plant health.
How Much Space Should You Leave Between Asiatic Jasmine Plants?
When transplanting asiatic jasmine, make sure to leave enough room for it to grow comfortably. Space each plant about 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) apart, allowing them to become healthy and lush.
What is the Best Soil Mix for Asiatic Jasmine Transplanting?
For asiatic jasmine, prepare a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Enrich the soil with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to ensure a good nutrient base for your plant to establish strong roots.
Where Should You Relocate Your Asiatic Jasmine?
Choose a location in your garden that gets partial to full sun exposure for your asiatic jasmine. This plant can tolerate a bit of shade, but for optimal growth, it needs at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily.
What Equipments Should You Prepare Before Transplantation Asiatic Jasmine?
Gardening Gloves
To protect your hands from dirt and any sharp pieces in the soil.
Shovel or Spade
For digging up the asiatic jasmine from its original location and creating a new hole in its new location.
Garden Hose or Watering Can
To keep the roots moist during the transition.
Garden Trowel
Useful for digging smaller holes and refining the transplant hole.
Pruning Shears
To trim any damaged roots or stems prior to transplanting.
Wheelbarrow or Large Bucket
To transport the asiatic jasmine plant from its original location to its new location.
Mulch
To help retain moisture after transplanting.
How Do You Remove Asiatic Jasmine from the Soil?
Step1 Preparing the asiatic jasmine Plant
Give the asiatic jasmine a good water before you begin the transplant process. Trim any damaged roots or stems using the pruning shears.
Step2 Digging the New Hole
Using the shovel, dig a hole that is twice as wide and just as deep as the asiatic jasmine's root ball. Place the soil you've removed next to the hole.
Step3 Placing the Plant
Place the asiatic jasmine in the hole, making sure the top of the root ball is level with the ground surface.
Step4 Backfilling
Backfill the hole with the original soil, firming it gently around the base of the asiatic jasmine.
Step5 Watering
Water the asiatic jasmine well, until the water begins to pool on the surface. This will help to settle the soil.
Step6 Mulching
Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the asiatic jasmine, but avoid piling it against the stem of the plant.
Step-by-Step Guide for Transplanting Asiatic Jasmine
Step1 Preparing the asiatic jasmine Plant
Give the asiatic jasmine a good water before you begin the transplant process. Trim any damaged roots or stems using the pruning shears.
Step2 Digging the New Hole
Using the shovel, dig a hole that is twice as wide and just as deep as the asiatic jasmine's root ball. Place the soil you've removed next to the hole.
Step3 Placing the Plant
Place the asiatic jasmine in the hole, making sure the top of the root ball is level with the ground surface.
Step4 Backfilling
Backfill the hole with the original soil, firming it gently around the base of the asiatic jasmine.
Step5 Watering
Water the asiatic jasmine well, until the water begins to pool on the surface. This will help to settle the soil.
Step6 Mulching
Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the asiatic jasmine, but avoid piling it against the stem of the plant.
How Do You Care For Asiatic Jasmine After Transplanting?
Consistent Watering
In the initial stages after transplantation, the asiatic jasmine will require regular water to encourage root growth. Be mindful not to overwater - the soil should be kept moist, not waterlogged.
Pruning
Light pruning may be required to promote bushier growth. Do this only after the plant has established itself in its new location, usually 2-3 weeks after transplanting.
Checking for Disease & Pests
Transplanting can be stressful for plants, making them more susceptible to disease and pests. Routinely check the asiatic jasmine's leaves, stems, and the surrounding soil for any signs of distress.
Troubleshooting Common Issues with Asiatic Jasmine Transplantation.
When's the optimal timeline to transplant asiatic jasmine?
For a successful transplant, move asiatic jasmine between early to late spring when the weather is mild.
What's the ideal spacing when transplanting multiple asiatic jasmine plants?
While transplanting asiatic jasmine, maintain a gap of about 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) between each plant for proper growth.
Why are my transplanted asiatic jasmine plants wilting?
Asiatic jasmine may wilt due to shock from the transplant. Regular watering and partial shade can help to revive the plant.
Can I transplant asiatic jasmine in the fall?
It's best to transplant asiatic jasmine in spring. Transplanting in fall may lead to transplant shock due to temperature fluctuations.
Why is my transplanted asiatic jasmine not showing new growth?
Post-transplant, asiatic jasmine might take some time to establish its roots before visible growth. Ensure it's watered well and gets partial sunlight.
What type of soil is most suitable for transplanting asiatic jasmine?
Asiatic jasmine thrives best in well-drained soil rich in organic matter. It can tolerate a range of soil types.
How deep should I plant asiatic jasmine while transplanting?
Plant asiatic jasmine at the same depth as in its previous location. Too deep might risk root rot while too shallow risks desiccation.
How often should I water my newly-transplanted asiatic jasmine plants?
Water asiatic jasmine thoroughly after transplanting. Thereafter, regular watering, around twice a week, is ideal until the plant is well established.
Do I need to fertilize asiatic jasmine post-transplant?
While not necessary, feeding asiatic jasmine with a slow-release balanced fertilizer can help to support new growth after transplanting.
Can I transplant a mature asiatic jasmine plant?
Yes, mature asiatic jasmine plants can be transplanted. However, take extra care to minimize root disturbance and water regularly post-transplant.
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