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Night Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum) growing in South Florida
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Night Blooming Jasmine — South Florida Plant Guide

Cestrum nocturnum

Family: Solanaceae · Shrub

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Itilizasyon Peyizaj

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Etikèt Estil

tropicalcottagewildlife gardenfragrance garden

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full SunPartial SunPartial Shade

Bezwen Dlo

Low3/10

Once established (12–18 months), Night Blooming Jasmine is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Moderate water once established. Water 2x per week in dry season. Tolerates brief dry spells. Rainy season rainfall usually adequate.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

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Fertilizer: Balanced slow-release granular. Light applications — overfeeding causes excessive vegetative growth.

Schedule: February and September with balanced slow-release fertilizer.

Tolerans Sèl

Moderate (4/10) — some protection from direct spray recommended
Wotè Matire
612 ft
Lajè Matire
48 ft
Vitès Kwasans
fast
Bezwen Dlo
3/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
5/10

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Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Night Blooming Jasmine grow in South Florida?

Night Blooming Jasmine has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Night Blooming Jasmine safe for pets?

Night Blooming Jasmine is not safe for pets. TOXIC: All parts — especially berries — toxic to pets. Causes vomiting, diarrhea, seizures if ingested. Keep away from dogs and cats.

How much water does Night Blooming Jasmine need in South Florida?

Low water needs (3/10). Once established (12–18 months), Night Blooming Jasmine is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Night Blooming Jasmine tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Night Blooming Jasmine has moderate salt tolerance (4/10). It can handle some coastal exposure but should be protected from direct ocean spray.

Is Night Blooming Jasmine available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Night Blooming Jasmine is classified as: allowed. Allowed.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Allowed

Allowed. Non-restricted.

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

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Broward County

Allowed

Allowed. Residential garden use.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

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Palm Beach County

Allowed

Allowed. Good cold tolerance extends use throughout Palm Beach County.

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

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Collier County

Allowed

Allowed. Used in private Collier County gardens.

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

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Monroe County

Allowed

Allowed. Moderate salt tolerance — protected sites.

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

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