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Jasmine - so close yet...

Rosie BeeRosie Bee Posts: 32
in Problem solving
I planted a former houseplant jasmine about 6 years ago. After a slow start it's now 7' high and about the same wide. It's now covered in well formed flower buds but I know from previous years, they won't open - why not!?? (NB. Feeling very lucky that I have time to think about such minor things). 

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  • BorderlineBorderline Posts: 4,700
    If it's a former house-plant, I'm guessing it's probably Jasminum Polyanthum. Not always reliable in this country because it tends to flower around spring time when grown outside, and normally they can be held back by frost. However, this year, it seems like spring weather is almost like summer, so your plant will probably flower finally.
  • Rosie BeeRosie Bee Posts: 32
    Thanks Borderline. I attach a pic of some of its hundreds of buds. Like I say, it's been to this point before - but hopefully you're right and this is its year! I'll let you know if it does succeed! 
  • BorderlineBorderline Posts: 4,700
    Rosie Bee, I can't see any photos attached. But no worries, I'm sure it's about to flower! 
  • Rosie BeeRosie Bee Posts: 32
    Just to let you know Borderline, my jasmine did indeed flower brilliantly! Thousands of flowers which lasted weeks - yippee! 
  • BorderlineBorderline Posts: 4,700
    Glad to hear that! I'm sure it will continue to give you plenty more flowers in the years ahead.
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