Jasmine, which few know but tempts those who have only a small space

if it was Jasmine Cape requires acidic soil and patient gardens Dwarf jasmine – Known as Kimura or the Four Seasons (Gardenia jasminoides ‘Kimura’) – is Local version and adaptable to white perfume vessels.

His greatest virtue is that Concentrates the scent and flower in a small sizemaking it Ideal for balconies, minimalist patios And urban spaces where every centimeter matters.

Dwarf jasmine concentrates its scent in a small spaceiStock – iStock Photo

Its growth is creeping and compact, more like a dense carpet than an upright shrub. This does not mean a lack of attendance: when it blooms, it blooms with little Intensely scented white flowersAble to fill with air within a few days. The result is the scent of summer but in a compact, easy-to-use version for everyday use.

Because it’s the opposite Jasmine Capricious, demanding and closely related to soil quality – Dwarf jasmine Adapts.

Its habit is compact, rarely exceeding 60 to 80 centimeters and its growth is slow and orderly: it does not invade, does not overflow, and does not intertwine. This makes it ideal for small spaces.

Dwarf jasmine rarely exceeds 60 to 80 cmiStock – iStock Photo

for him perfume It is soft but firm, and more delicate than that Jasmine From the head and less sweet than Jasmine Chinese (Jasminum polyanthus).

It is a clean, fresh and elegant scent that appears in legumes throughout the warm season. It can be considered a Low-pitched fragrance.

to Dwarf jasmine He loves Soft lightIdeal morning sun or bright semi-shade during the day. If it receives strong sun in mid-summer, its leaves may be affected, so it is best to choose a bright but protected corner.

Dwarf jasmine flowers prefer soft morning lightPixels

As for the substrate, he prefers one Loose and well-drainedwithout the need for sophisticated mixing or pH corrections.

Watering should be Moderate and even: The soil should remain slightly moist, and never saturated. With a pot about 25 or 30 cm deep, it is more than comfortable and requires only minor aeration pruning after flowering, just enough to maintain its shape.

There are a few things that can complicate it, but it is advisable to avoid some common temptations: It is not recommended to constantly move it from one place to another, as it takes time to readjust and can slow down Thrive.

they Flowers They do not seek to influence volume; They do it for Sensual existence. They are small, white and delicate, but their… perfume It is able to transform space.

It is a clear, fresh scent that appears in the waves and is more perceived when one is close. Hence its magic: it accompanies without conquering. That’s why it works well in intimate spaces: balconies, small galleries, the nook where you drink your morning coffee.. Another virtue: re-flowering, meaning that other flowers may appear in addition to the main flower in the spring.

In pot installations, Jasmine It combines well with herbs that provide movement or with discreet succulents that reinforce the idea of ​​containment and serenity.

In the times that garden It seems related to ambition – more Flowers-More colours, more surface – Dwarf jasmine It suggests the opposite: a small, well-chosen and well-placed plant can transform a larger area from a number of species accumulated without standards.