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Water Requirements
Once established (12–18 months), Night Blooming Jasmine is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Moderate water once established. Water 2x per week in dry season. Tolerates brief dry spells. Rainy season rainfall usually adequate.
Soil and Fertilization
Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release granular. Light applications — overfeeding causes excessive vegetative growth.
Schedule: February and September with balanced slow-release fertilizer.
Salt Tolerance
- Mature Height
- 6–12 ft
- Mature Width
- 4–8 ft
- Growth Rate
- fast
- Water Demand
- 3/10
- Florida Grade
- Florida #1
- Installed Cost
- $
- USDA Zones
- 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
- FLEPPC Status
- None
- Iguana Rating
- 5/10
Where to Buy in South Florida
Find Night Blooming Jasmine at South Florida nurseries — check availability and pricing at nurseries near you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast does Night Blooming Jasmine grow in South Florida?
Night Blooming Jasmine has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.
Is Night Blooming Jasmine safe for pets?
Night Blooming Jasmine is not safe for pets. TOXIC: All parts — especially berries — toxic to pets. Causes vomiting, diarrhea, seizures if ingested. Keep away from dogs and cats.
How much water does Night Blooming Jasmine need in South Florida?
Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Night Blooming Jasmine is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.
Can Night Blooming Jasmine tolerate salt air in South Florida?
Night Blooming Jasmine has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.
Is Night Blooming Jasmine available in Miami-Dade County?
In Miami-Dade County, Night Blooming Jasmine is classified as: allowed. Allowed.
County Availability in South Florida
Miami-Dade County
Allowed. Non-restricted.
USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.
View County Guide →Broward County
Allowed. Residential garden use.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.
View County Guide →Palm Beach County
Allowed. Good cold tolerance extends use throughout Palm Beach County.
USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.
View County Guide →Collier County
Allowed. Used in private Collier County gardens.
USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.
View County Guide →Monroe County
Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance — protected sites.
USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.
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