Growing Chilean Jasmine from Seed

Starting Seeds

• 1

  Mix one part peat moss and one part sand to an even consistency. Fill the pots with the mixture to within 1/2 inch of the top. Set the pots on the tray.

• 2

  Moisten the soil with water. Wait a few minutes and pour off any water that collects in the tray under the pots.

• 3

  Place two or three seeds near the center of each pot. Sprinkle with enough peat and sand mixture to barely cover the seeds.

• 4

  Place the tray of pots in a large plastic bag and seal the bag with a twist tie. Place the bag of pots in a location out of direct sunlight.

• 5

  Check regularly to see if the seeds have germinated. When the seedlings emerge, remove the bag and place the tray of pots in a sunny, preferably south-facing window.

Transplanting Outdoors

• 6

  Amend the soil in the planting bed with composted livestock manure or compost. Spread a 2-inch layer over the top of the soil and dig it in to a depth of about 6 inches. Never use fresh manure.

• 7

  Dig a hole in the prepared soil the depth of the plant's pot.

• 8

  Carefully remove the plant from the pot and place it in the hole. Fill in around the roots and firm the soil with your hands. The sap from Chilean jasmine causes skin irritations, so wear gloves while transplanting.

• 9

  Water the soil around the plant slowly, allowing the soil to absorb as much water as possible. Keep the soil moist at all times.