There is a moment, usually in late spring or early summer, when a well-tended star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides), comes into its own: a cascade of fragrant white flowers, releasing a scent so sweet it stops you in your tracks. If you want that scent to last all summer long, April is the month that matters most.
April marks the transition from star jasmine's winter rest to active growth, setting the stage for its summer display – but only if you provide it with the right care at the right time. What you do now, from feeding and watering to pest watching, directly influences how vigorous and abundant your flowers will be. Do too much or too little, and you risk lush leaves without blossoms, or pest issues that escalate through the season.
