Pink jasmine care guide
Jasminum polyanthum
Quick answer
Water your pink jasmine when the top 3 cm (1.2 in) of soil feel dry. In summer that’s typically every 6 to 8 days.
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- Light
- Bright light, some sun
- Typical interval
- Every 6 to 8 days · summer
Every 8 to 12 days · winter - Climate
- 10–24 °C (50–75 °F)
- Humidity
- 50–70%
- Pet safety
- Pet-safe (non-toxic)
When and how to water
3 cm (1.2 in)
- Summer · Jun–AugEvery 6 to 8 days
- Winter · Dec–FebEvery 8 to 12 days
Use room-temperature water and let any excess drain. Never leave the pot sitting in standing water.
Adjust the timing for the light at the plant, the pot’s size and material, and the humidity indoors. Terracotta dries faster than glazed ceramic.
Light and placement
Bright light, some sun
Pink jasmine needs bright light and a little gentle direct sun, such as morning sun. Strong midday sun can scorch the leaves. Place it close to an east- or west-facing window.
Feeding
Feed your pink jasmine every 14 days while it’s actively growing. Use a balanced liquid houseplant fertilizer at half the strength on the label, and only on soil that’s already damp. Feeding dry roots can scorch them.
When growth pauses, skip the fertilizer and let it rest.
Temperature & humidity
Climate10–24 °C (50–75 °F)
Humidity50–70%
Pink jasmine is comfortable between 10 and 24 °C (50–75 °F). It handles a cool room well, even in winter, as long as it stays above 5 °C (41 °F).
It does best at 50–70% humidity. It doesn’t need misting.
Toxic to pets?
No. Pet-safe.
Pink jasmine is non-toxic to cats and dogs. Safe to keep in a home with pets.
Pet-safety information in the JungleBook uses ASPCA reference data where available. It is reference information, not veterinary advice.
Common questions
How often should I water a pink jasmine?
Water your pink jasmine (Jasminum polyanthum) when the top 3 cm (1.2 in) of soil feel dry. In summer, that’s typically every 6 to 8 days. In winter, slow down to every 8 to 12 days.
Sources3 references
- Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew: Plants of the World OnlineTaxonomy · accepted name · native range · climbing habit
- Royal Horticultural SocietyLight · compost · outdoor frost-free context · hardiness · pests · diseases · Warm conservatory · summer outdoor transition · watering · feeding · temperature
- ASPCA Animal Poison ControlJasminum species/genus non-toxic record · not species-exact for Jasminum polyanthum
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