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Trachelospermum Star of Venice' is also called star jasmine because of its white, star-shaped flowers. It is a Mediterranean evergreen climber and Hardy to -10?C. The exuberant flowering period is from the beginning of June to the end of August, during which time the flowers spread a deliciously sweet fragrance. The climber has oval, dark green leaves and needs support from a climbing frame or fence to grow well. The new branches of this star jasmine will curl up nicely along a wire mesh or fence. The best place is in the sun to half-shadow and out of the wind. Star jasmine can be planted in the full ground in normal, nutrient-rich soil. Star jasmine also grows well in a large pot on the terrace or balcony.