Gelsemium sempervirens, yellow jessamine

Minimum order quantity for this plant in 14cm pots is 3 units

Gelsemium sempervirens, or yellow jessamine, is a vigorous, evergreen climbing vine known for its twining stems and clusters of fragrant, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers that bloom in late winter to spring. Its glossy green foliage adds lush coverage, making it ideal for fences, trellises, or pergolas. It is not a true jasmine, but shares a similar sweet scent.

In Australia, yellow jessamine grows best in full sun to light shade and well-drained, fertile soil. It prefers a warm temperate to subtropical climate and performs well in regions like Sydney and northern coastal areas. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and generally low-maintenance, though young plants benefit from regular watering and mulching. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.

Suitable companion plants include Trachelospermum jasminoides, Hardenbergia violacea, and Bignonia capreolata. Pairing with these climbers or flowering shrubs can create a layered, aromatic and colourful screen or garden wall.

Gelsemium is available from Online Plants,Australia's leading e-commerce plant nursery. Located in Melbourne we offer fast, accurate and careful plant delivery to all Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Canberra and Brisbane, metropolitan and regional areas.