Night blooming jasmine Cestrum nocturnum is a fast growing woody shrub. It gets its name from its very fragrant scent at night that not only seduces us but also attracts butterflies moths and other pollinators making it a valuable addition to any garden and an attractive woody shrub. Shrubs have a long flowering period due to attractive greenish white or yellow tubular flowers that emit an attractive fragrance blooming repeatedly through the summer.

These shrubs do best when they get at least six hours of direct sunlight a day However it can also be faced in partial shade. Excessive shade can reduce the volume of flowers.

Night blooming jasmine thrives in any fertile well drained soil.

These plants are moisture lovers. They need frequent watering to produce fragrant flowers. Saturation may be necessary several times a week during establishment and at least weekly once established during the growing season. In mild winters established plants require minimal watering.

Night blooming jasmine does best in warm temperatures with high humidity. Although established plants are hardy to 25 degrees Fahrenheit new growth usually does not survive temperatures below 35 degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperature drops below this during the winter you should grow your plant in a container that can be moved indoors.

These plants do best in fertile soil and will appreciate monthly fertilization during establishment. An annual early spring feeding of mature plants will aid in flowering.

Annual pruning in autumn after flowering encourages dense but compact new growth.