Without support, it grows in a fountainlike mound 5-10' in height and spread. The stems are square in cross section, and green, becoming woody with age. The fragrant trumpet shaped flowers are borne in early spring and sporadically into summer. Location Primrose jasmine is native to south western China. Culture Primrose jasmine is fast growing, easy to cultivate and tolerates any soils except those that are constantly wet.
Primrose jasmine does well in full sun to partial shade.
Protect from full midday sun in the Deep South. Regular garden watering. An evergreen in mild climates, primrose jasmine can tolerate light frosts. However, it may die to the ground following a hard freeze, but usually comes back in spring if the winter wasn't too severe. Late spring freezes can kill new shoots and flower buds.