Madison Star Jasmine
- Cold-tolerant selection of star jasmine with intensely fragrant, creamy‑white blooms.
- Evergreen glossy foliage; climbs 10–12 ft with support or spreads as a lush groundcover.
- Blooms in late spring with repeat flushes in summer for extended scent and color.
- Adaptable to full sun to partial shade; easy-care in average, well‑drained soil.
Madison Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides ‘Madison’) is a more cold‑hardy form of classic star jasmine, prized for its intensely sweet, orange‑blossom‑like fragrance and masses of creamy‑white, pinwheel flowers. A versatile, evergreen twiner, it quickly cloaks trellises, arbors, and fences to about 10–12 feet, or forms a beautifully scented groundcover. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and average, well‑drained soil, it blooms in late spring and often reblooms in summer with minimal care—perfect for patios, entries, and poolside plantings.
Botanical & Identity
Botanical name: Trachelospermum jasminoides ‘Madison’. A selected clone introduced from Madison, GA, valued for improved cold tolerance and reliable fragrance.
Size & Habit
Moderate growth; twining stems typically reach 10–12 ft with support. Can be trained vertically or used as a clipped or informal groundcover in beds and borders.
Light Requirements
Performs in full sun to partial shade (even dappled shade). More sun generally promotes heavier blooming in temperate climates.
Water & Soil
Plant in average, well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first season to establish; once established, reduce frequency and it will tolerate brief dry spells.
Hardiness & Foliage
Evergreen in mild climates; hardy to many zone‑7 locations. Leaves are thick, glossy, and hold rich green color year‑round for dependable structure.
Flowering & Fragrance
Creamy‑white, star‑shaped flowers open in late spring with repeat bloom in summer. The scent is sweet and citrusy—ideal near seating areas and walkways.
Landscape Uses
Excellent for trellises, arbors, fences, espaliers, and containers; also effective as a groundcover (space plants 2–3 ft apart) to carpet slopes or under open canopies.
Training & Support
Climbs by twining; provide a trellis, wires, or arbor. Guide new shoots and lightly tie until the framework is established.
Pruning & Maintenance
Prune after flowering to shape, contain size, or encourage denser coverage. Remove winter‑tipped or wayward stems as needed.
Container Tips
Use a large pot with free‑draining mix and a support frame. Position near doors or patios to enjoy the perfume; water consistently in summer heat.
Pollinators & Pets
Flowers attract pollinators. Listed as non‑toxic to cats and dogs; still discourage chewing and ingestion of plant material.
Companion Plants
Pair with textural and color foils like Clematis, Rosa, Phormium, Plumbago, or sun‑tolerant perennials for a long, layered display beneath the vine.
- Cold-tolerant selection of star jasmine with intensely fragrant, creamy‑white blooms.
- Evergreen glossy foliage; climbs 10–12 ft with support or spreads as a lush groundcover.
- Blooms in late spring with repeat flushes in summer for extended scent and color.
- Adaptable to full sun to partial shade; easy-care in average, well‑drained soil.
Madison Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides ‘Madison’) is a more cold‑hardy form of classic star jasmine, prized for its intensely sweet, orange‑blossom‑like fragrance and masses of creamy‑white, pinwheel flowers. A versatile, evergreen twiner, it quickly cloaks trellises, arbors, and fences to about 10–12 feet, or forms a beautifully scented groundcover. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and average, well‑drained soil, it blooms in late spring and often reblooms in summer with minimal care—perfect for patios, entries, and poolside plantings.
Botanical & Identity
Botanical name: Trachelospermum jasminoides ‘Madison’. A selected clone introduced from Madison, GA, valued for improved cold tolerance and reliable fragrance.
Size & Habit
Moderate growth; twining stems typically reach 10–12 ft with support. Can be trained vertically or used as a clipped or informal groundcover in beds and borders.
Light Requirements
Performs in full sun to partial shade (even dappled shade). More sun generally promotes heavier blooming in temperate climates.
Water & Soil
Plant in average, well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first season to establish; once established, reduce frequency and it will tolerate brief dry spells.
Hardiness & Foliage
Evergreen in mild climates; hardy to many zone‑7 locations. Leaves are thick, glossy, and hold rich green color year‑round for dependable structure.
Flowering & Fragrance
Creamy‑white, star‑shaped flowers open in late spring with repeat bloom in summer. The scent is sweet and citrusy—ideal near seating areas and walkways.
Landscape Uses
Excellent for trellises, arbors, fences, espaliers, and containers; also effective as a groundcover (space plants 2–3 ft apart) to carpet slopes or under open canopies.
Training & Support
Climbs by twining; provide a trellis, wires, or arbor. Guide new shoots and lightly tie until the framework is established.
Pruning & Maintenance
Prune after flowering to shape, contain size, or encourage denser coverage. Remove winter‑tipped or wayward stems as needed.
Container Tips
Use a large pot with free‑draining mix and a support frame. Position near doors or patios to enjoy the perfume; water consistently in summer heat.
Pollinators & Pets
Flowers attract pollinators. Listed as non‑toxic to cats and dogs; still discourage chewing and ingestion of plant material.
Companion Plants
Pair with textural and color foils like Clematis, Rosa, Phormium, Plumbago, or sun‑tolerant perennials for a long, layered display beneath the vine.