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Image of the lovely young plant of the Cestrum elegans var smithii or Jasmine smithii
shrub
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Cestrum elegans var smithii
(Jasmine
smithii) |
Origin: Mexico
Family: Solanaceae
Light:
Full sun/part
shade
Height: 3-10'
Spread: 2-3'
Blooms:
Blush rose, clusters,
followed by bright red berries
Foliage:
Yellowish-green
Soil: Well-drained, rich loamy
Water: Keep moist
Propagation:
Cuttings
Uses: Specimen, windbreaker, landscaping, indoors, container
Comments: Cestrum elegans var smithii or Jasmine smithii is an attractive
deciduous perennial shrub. Mulch heavily to protect from frost.
Cut back after frost killed top. Hardy to 25degrees F.
Jasmine smithii enhances the landscape with its beautiful bright red
berries.
USDA Hardiness Zones : 8-10 |
