Swamp Jessamine
Gelsemium rankinii
SKU
3816
Prized vine for its spectacular display of bright yellow flowers twice a year; spring and fall. Great on trellis, arbor or over fences and walls. Native to southeast U.S. Evergreen to semi-evergreen. Full to partial sun. Fast-growing stems to 10 to 20 feet. Cutting grown.
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7 - 9 Change
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | jel-SE-mi-um RAN-kin-eye |
|---|---|
| Lore | This rare, twining, evergreen vine is native to forested and swampy areas of the extreme southeastern United States. All parts of this plant can cause toxicity if ingested. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Fast-growing vine to 10 to 20 ft. long. |
| Bloom Time | Spring, repeating in fall. |
| Design Ideas | Use this easy-to-grow vine on shade structures, fences and over gateways for an evergreen screen. Covers surfaces quickly and very well, but does not self cling. Good on chain-link fences and can easily cloak the fence around a tennis court. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Semi-evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Erosion Control, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Woodland Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Tolerates Wet Soils, Fast Growing, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Key Feature | Showy Flowers |
Thrives in enriched, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish extensive root system. Provide support such as trellis or arbor, or allow to ramble on the ground. Prune annually to control size. Sap may irritate; protect skin when pruning. Not fit for human or animal consumption.
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