Star Jasmine

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OUT OF THE BOX

STAR JASMINE SKU# M94789
Your plant has been shipped to you in a pot. Please remove the plant from the packaging right away and plant as soon as possible following the planting instructions below. If it is not possible to plant right away, follow these important steps:

1. Roll the plastic down around each the and place it in a sunny location.
2. Keep the plant well watered.
   Note: Some leaves may appear wilted or yellow upon arrival. This is due to the stress of shipping and is nothing to worry about. Water the plant and let it recover in a shady location for a few days, then gently remove any foliage that does not recover to allow for new growth.

SHIPPED IN 2.5-INCH POTS.
PLANT SIZE MAY VARY BASED ON GROWING CONDITIONS.

PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS

In zones 3-7, we strongly recommend planting your Star Jasmine in a container in order to properly protect it from winter damage. Use the following instructions as a guide for container planting.
Important: Thoroughly hydrate the plant by submersing the root zone in a container of water for 10 minutes while you prepare for planting.

A Fill the container with soil to within 4 inches of the top. Remove the pot and prepare the root ball for planting by gently disturbing the surface roots with your fingers, fork, or gardening tool and pruning any damaged roots. Dig a hole in the soil to insert the lower part of the root ball.
B Once the plant is properly positioned in the pot, begin filling the pot with soil. Work the soil around the root ball with your hands, firming the soil around the plant with your fingers. When the hole is filled, tamp the soil to remove any air pockets.
C Water well and, if necessary, adjust the plant so it is upright and add additional soil if needed. Check to be sure the plant is not planted too deeply. If it is, raise the plant carefully and re-firm the soil.

CONTINUING CARE

WATERING
Adequate and consistent watering is essential during your plant’s first year in the garden. Infrequent, long soakings of water that thoroughly saturate the soil are more effective than frequent, light applications of water.
Due to variable geographical and environmental conditions, a specific watering schedule is difficult to define. However, as a rule of thumb, you should not allow the soil or the original root ball to completely dry out. During the first summer, you may need to water as often as every few days in periods of drought and extreme summer heat. To determine if your plant needs water, dig a few inches into the soil next to the plant. If the soil is dry 2-3 inches below the surface, it is time to water.
Over-watering can be as damaging as under-watering.
Be sure that the area surrounding your plant has adequate drainage to move water away from the plant. If you choose to plant in a container, always select one with drainage holes to prevent your plant’s roots from sitting in water.

MULCHING
Apply a 2-4 inch layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other organic matter around your plants to promote moisture retention, maintain even soil temperatures and discourage weed growth. Replenish the mulch as needed.

FEEDING
Feed your plant once every 2-3 weeks during the growing season with a water- soluble fertilizer such as Cottage Farms’ Carefree Bud-N-Flower Booster (SKU

M7582). Discontinue fertilizing by September 1st so your plant can prepare

for winter.

PRUNING
Remove any dead, damaged, or unsightly growth as needed to maintain an attractive appearance. Star Jasmine can be trimmed as needed to maintain a desirable size and shape. In early spring, cut the plant back by up to 1/3 of its height to encourage prolific flowering and lush growth in the upcoming season.

WINTERIZING
In mild zones (8-10), Star Jasmine can be planted inground and left outdoors during winter. If freezing weather is expected, protect the roots by mounding a 6-8 inch layer of shredded bark, compost, leaves, straw or other organic material around the base of the plant. Potted Star Jasmine should be moved into a protected area on exceptionally cold nights.
In colder zones (3-8), Star Jasmine should be grown in containers and moved indoors before the first frost. Select a room that is bright, preferably one with southern exposure. Indoors, plants tend to dry out from a lack of humidity. To boost the humidity level around your plant, fill a shallow tray with gravel and water then place the pot in the tray. The water level should be slightly below the gravel so that the pot is not submerged in water. As the water evaporates, it will create a more humid environment for your plant.
Watering should be reduced significantly while the plant is indoors. Do not over-water or allow your plant to sit in water. Remove any unsightly or dead growth as needed over the winter. In the spring when temperatures begin to rise, ease the plant into a full watering schedule and move it back outdoors for the summer.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When should I bring my Star Jasmine in for winter?

To protect the plant from cold damage, bring it indoors before the nighttime temperature drops below 45°F, or before the first frost in your area.

QUICK REFERENCE PLANTING GUIDE

container.
MATURE HEIGHT/SPREAD| 3 to 6 feet tall with a similar
spread.
BLOOM TIME| Spring to summer.
TIME TO REACH MATURITY| 12 months.
FACTS OF NOTE| Fragrant blooms.
Attracts butterflies.
Great for a trellis or arbor.

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We aren’t happy if you aren’t happy. Cottage Farms warrants its perennials for one year and annuals for 90 days from the time of the shipment. If for any reason you are dissatisfied, Cottage Farms will replace your plant with a similar or comparable one at no charge. If your replacement is not available or it is too late in the season to ship, it will ship the following shipping season.
Caution: Do not assume any plant is safe to eat. Only parts of plants expressly grown to be eaten should be considered edible. As with any product that is not food, care should be taken to make sure that small children and pets do not ingest any part of a plant that is not expressly grown to be eaten.
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