Cestrum Nocturnum ‘Night Blooming Jasmine’
Cestrum nocturnum is renowned for its intensely fragrantcomma-sign white to greenish-yellow flowers that bloom at nightcomma-sign filling the air with a sweet scent. It’s a tropical shrub that thrives in full sun and warm temperaturescomma-sign making it perfect for adding fragrance and beauty to evening gardens and patios.
Specs
Evening Fragrance with Tropical Appeal
Cestrum nocturnum, commonly called Night-Blooming Jasmine, is a tropical shrub known for its intensely fragrant, pale green to white flowers that open after sunset. This fast-growing beauty fills patios and walkways with a sweet nighttime aroma.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall (blooms at night)
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 6 to 10 feet tall
USDA Zone: 9 to 11
Temperature: Thrives in 65–85°F
Color: White to greenish-yellow tubular flowers
Light Requirement: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Bloom Size: Small, about 1 inch long
Pet Friendly? Caution – berries may be toxic if ingested
Best Uses
Ideal for planting near patios, decks, or windows where the evening scent can be enjoyed.
Pro-tip: Requires well-draining soil and occasional trimming for shape.
Cestrum nocturnum, commonly called Night-Blooming Jasmine, is a tropical shrub known for its intensely fragrant, pale green to white flowers that open after sunset. This fast-growing beauty fills patios and walkways with a sweet nighttime aroma.
Product Highlights
Category: Flowering
Bloom Time: Spring to fall (blooms at night)
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 6 to 10 feet tall
USDA Zone: 9 to 11
Temperature: Thrives in 65–85°F
Color: White to greenish-yellow tubular flowers
Light Requirement: Full sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Bloom Size: Small, about 1 inch long
Pet Friendly? Caution – berries may be toxic if ingested
Best Uses
Ideal for planting near patios, decks, or windows where the evening scent can be enjoyed.
Pro-tip: Requires well-draining soil and occasional trimming for shape.
Key Features:
Bloom Time:
Spring to Fall
Growth Habit:
Upright & Bushy
Mature Height:
LARGE (6 to 15 feet)
USDA Zone:
Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature:
Warm Climate
Color:
Yellow
Light Requirement:
Full Sun
Water Need:
Moderate
Bloom Size:
Small
Pet Friendly:
Yes