Nighttime Fragrance
Produces a strong, sweet fragrance that becomes especially noticeable during evening and nighttime hours.
Night Jasmine Cestrum Nocturnum Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Night Jasmine Cestrum Nocturnum Seeds
Night Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum), also known as Night-Blooming Jasmine, is an evergreen tropical shrub famous for its small, tubular flowers and powerful fragrance released mainly during the evening and nighttime. Its delicate greenish-white flowers add ornamental appeal to gardens, patios, and suitable outdoor spaces. This fragrant plant is popular for warm-climate landscapes and can also be grown in large containers with appropriate care.
Night-Blooming Jasmine
Fragrant Flowers
Evergreen Shrub
Tropical Garden Plant
Key Features
Delicate White Flowers
Develops clusters of small, tubular greenish-white flowers that create an attractive ornamental display.
Evergreen Growth
Forms a leafy evergreen shrub in suitable warm climates, providing year-round foliage interest.
Garden and Container Plant
Can be grown in outdoor garden spaces or large containers with suitable sunlight, drainage, and regular care.
Product Highlights
Botanical name: Cestrum nocturnum
Commonly called Night Jasmine
Sweet nighttime floral fragrance
Clusters of tubular flowers
Greenish-white flower color
Evergreen shrub in warm climates
Suitable for large garden containers
Attracts attention with evening fragrance
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Cestrum nocturnum |
| Common Name | Night Jasmine; Night-Blooming Jasmine; Lady of the Night |
| Plant Family | Solanaceae |
| Seed Type | Flowering Ornamental Shrub Seeds |
| Growth Habit | Evergreen perennial shrub in frost-free climates |
| Flower Color | Greenish-white to creamy white |
| Fragrance | Strong, sweet fragrance, especially at night |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 9–11; protection is needed from frost |
| Planting Season | Spring or warm growing season after frost risk has passed |
| Seed Starting | Start in a warm, moist, well-drained seed-starting medium |
| Germination Time | Varies with seed freshness and growing conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Warm conditions; follow supplier-specific instructions |
| Sunlight | Full sun to partial shade |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Water regularly during active growth; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Mature Plant Size | Approximately 8–12 feet tall under favorable conditions; varies with climate and pruning |
| Plant Spacing | Allow approximately 4–6 feet between plants, adjusting for mature growth and pruning |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Use fresh seeds from a reliable supplier. Follow the supplied seed preparation instructions before planting.
Use fresh seeds from a reliable supplier. Follow the supplied seed preparation instructions before planting.
Step 2: Prepare the Growing Medium
Fill seed trays or small pots with a light, fertile, well-drained seed-starting mix. Keep the medium evenly moist.
Fill seed trays or small pots with a light, fertile, well-drained seed-starting mix. Keep the medium evenly moist.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow the seeds according to the supplier's recommended depth and cover lightly if instructed. Maintain warm conditions during germination.
Sow the seeds according to the supplier's recommended depth and cover lightly if instructed. Maintain warm conditions during germination.
Step 4: Provide Light and Water
Place seedlings in a bright location with suitable warmth. Water carefully to maintain moisture without saturating the soil.
Place seedlings in a bright location with suitable warmth. Water carefully to maintain moisture without saturating the soil.
Step 5: Transplant and Maintain
Transplant established seedlings into a suitable garden location or large container. Provide adequate sunlight, regular watering, and occasional pruning. Keep the plant away from children and pets because its parts can be toxic if ingested.
Transplant established seedlings into a suitable garden location or large container. Provide adequate sunlight, regular watering, and occasional pruning. Keep the plant away from children and pets because its parts can be toxic if ingested.
Bring Evening Fragrance to Your Garden with Night Jasmine
Night Jasmine adds beautiful green foliage, delicate pale flowers, and an unforgettable nighttime fragrance to suitable outdoor spaces. Grow this tropical ornamental shrub in warm conditions with well-drained soil, appropriate sunlight, and regular care. Its fragrant evening blooms make it an attractive choice for garden landscapes and spacious containers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to popular questions about Night Jasmine seed germination, flowering, fragrance, and growing requirements.
How long does Night Jasmine take to grow from seeds?
Night Jasmine seed germination and seedling development depend on seed freshness, temperature, moisture, and growing conditions. Young plants need time to establish before reaching flowering maturity. Keep the growing medium warm and consistently moist without waterlogging, and follow the seed supplier's germination instructions.
Why does Night Jasmine smell stronger at night?
Night Jasmine releases much of its powerful sweet fragrance during the evening and nighttime. This fragrance helps attract nocturnal pollinators, including moths. The scent can become especially noticeable around flowering plants during warm evenings.
Can Night Jasmine grow in pots, and does it need full sunlight?
Yes, Night Jasmine can grow in large containers with adequate drainage and enough room for its roots. It grows well in full sun to partial shade, although some afternoon shade can help in particularly hot climates. Regular watering, suitable pruning, and protection from cold temperatures support healthy container growth.