Growing Jasmine by a Shaded Wall

Select a growing site where the jasmine will receive some sunlight during the day. Part shade, but not full shade, is best. Avoid a north-facing wall, if possible, as this location will receive very limited sunlight or heat in the winter, and jasmine prefers warm temperatures. Many species of jasmine thrive best in temperatures of 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit.

Plant the shrubs at least 8 feet apart, as jasmine plants prefer a lot of space. Winter jasmine can grow 7 feet wide, while common jasmine is a bit lankier, but can reach a height of 15 feet without pruning. If you're growing a semitropical jasmine such as Italian jasmine (J. humile), Primrose jasmine (J. mesnyi) or South African jasmine (J. angulare), plant after frost danger has passed.

Cut unwanted stems and tips after flowering occurs. Primrose jasmine can be clipped to a hedge or allowed to grow as a vine or shrub. Star jasmine may be grown as a ground cover or a vine. Cut vertical stems to encourage a spreading ground cover habit.

Provide a trellis or other support, such as fishing line, to encourage winter or star jasmine to grow up a wall. Winter jasmine can reach 15 feet in height when grown with this method. Asian star jasmine (T. asiaticum) is a fast-growing, hardy ground cover plant that can be trained as a vine or planted to spill over a bank or retaining wall.