Pinwheel Jasmine (Tabernaemontana divaricata), better known in the trade as Crape Jasmine, is a rounded evergreen shrub with glossy, deep green leaves and crisp white flowers shaped like little pinwheels. It is not a true jasmine — it belongs to the same family as plumeria and oleander — but it earns the name with a light, sweet fragrance that is strongest in the evening. In South Florida it blooms in flushes from spring through fall and often through a warm winter, making it one of the most dependable white-flowering shrubs for a foundation bed, courtyard or hedge.
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Pinwheel Jasmine Breakdown
Appearance:
Dense, layered branching with leaves 4–6 inches long, glossy and dark green with a wavy edge.
The 1½–2 inch flowers have five petals set at an angle, like a propeller, with a soft yellow throat, and appear in clusters at the branch tips. Stems carry a milky sap, so wear gloves when pruning.
Growth Rate:
Moderate.
A 3-gallon plant reaches hedge height in two to three growing seasons.
Size:
6–8 feet tall and about as wide if left alone; easily held at 3–5 feet with pruning.
Available in 3-gallon.
Sunlight Requirements:
Part shade to full sun.
Morning sun or bright, filtered light gives the deepest green leaves; in all-day sun keep the water steady so the foliage does not yellow.
Water Needs:
Medium.
It likes evenly moist, well-drained soil and is not a drought plant — water twice a week while it establishes, then weekly in dry weather.
Soil Preferences:
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
In our alkaline sand the leaves can yellow between the veins; a palm or minor-element fertilizer with iron and magnesium two or three times a year keeps them dark green. Mulch to hold moisture.
Maintenance:
Low.
Prune lightly after a flush of bloom to shape it; it also takes a harder cut in spring to renew. Watch for scale or whitefly on the undersides of the leaves. All parts are toxic if eaten.
Landscape Use:
Foundation plantings, informal flowering hedges and screens, courtyard and entry accents, near patios and bedrooms where the evening scent is noticed, and in large containers.
Pairs well with ixora, plumbago and podocarpus.
Climate Tolerance:
USDA zones 10–11.
Happy in heat and humidity; leaf damage below about 30 °F, with regrowth from the wood in spring. Low salt tolerance — keep it out of direct salt spray.
Looking for the climbing kind of jasmine for a fence or trellis instead? That is Star Jasmine, a vine. Pinwheel Jasmine is the shrub.
Florida Delivery Available
We have in-stock Pinwheel Jasmine ready to ship throughout Florida. Multiple sizes available with professional installation options. Order online or text/call 561-898-2028 for expert advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to Plant & Care for Pinwheel Jasmine in Florida
Choose Sun + Spacing
Most Florida plants prefer full to partial sun. Check mature width and space accordingly so plants don’t crowd as they fill in.
Dig Wide, Not Deep
Dig a hole 2–3x wider than the container and slightly shallow. This encourages roots to spread outward into native soil.
Plant at Proper Height
Remove from the pot, loosen circling roots, and plant with the root ball level to slightly above grade.
Water to Establish
Water deeply right after planting. For the first 10–14 days, consistent moisture is critical—don’t let the root ball dry out.
Mulch + Light Maintenance
Apply 2–3 inches of mulch (keep off the stem). Once settled, light trimming encourages fuller growth.
Professional Installation Available: Not comfortable planting yourself? We offer expert installation services throughout Florida. Our team has 15+ years of experience ensuring your plants thrive. Call 561-898-2028 to add installation to your order.
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