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Trachelospermum asiaticum

Family Apocynaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   7a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H3 - G2   Australia:   1 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 6 m (3 - 20 ft)
Spread
Light light shade to shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Trachelospermum asiaticum yields showy, white and fragrant blossoms during early spring to mid-summer. This plant is climbing in form and has glossy, fine textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The stems are smooth in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, ground cover, hanging basket and topiary.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Trachelospermum asiaticum tolerates salt.