Trachelospermum 'Star of Milano'

Trachelospermum 'Star of Milano'

3L Pot | Supplied approximately 70cm tall

Plant Highlights: Fragrant blush-pink star-shaped flowers • Evergreen variegated foliage • Excellent for walls and trellises • Twining climbing habit • Year-round ornamental interest

Overview

Trachelospermum 'Star of Milano' is an elegant evergreen climber grown for its striking combination of glossy dark green leaves edged with creamy-white variegation and beautifully scented blush-pink, star-shaped flowers that appear throughout summer. The softly coloured blooms stand out against the variegated foliage while filling the surrounding area with a rich, jasmine-like fragrance.

This twining climber is ideal for training over walls, fences, arches and trellises, where it provides evergreen structure and year-round interest. Supplied approximately 70cm tall in a 3-litre pot, it is already well established and ready to begin covering its support, making it an excellent choice for sheltered gardens, courtyards and patios.

Why We Love It

• Soft blush-pink flowers bring a subtle twist to the classic Star Jasmine.
• Creamy-white variegated foliage provides colour and interest even when not in flower.
• Strongly fragrant blooms perfume sheltered outdoor spaces during summer.
• Ideal for clothing walls, pergolas, arches and trellises with evergreen growth.
• The foliage often develops attractive bronze or reddish tints during colder weather.

Plant Details

Growing Guide

Position

Choose a sunny or partially shaded, sheltered position with a sturdy support such as a trellis, fence, pergola or wall. A warm, sheltered wall encourages the strongest flowering and healthiest growth.

Watering

Water regularly while the plant establishes and during prolonged dry spells. Container-grown plants will need more frequent watering in warm weather, while ensuring excess water drains away freely.

Soil

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Good drainage is particularly important during wet Irish winters, especially on heavier soils.

Hardiness and Winter Care

Suitable for most sheltered gardens in Ireland. Young plants benefit from protection during severe frosts, and container-grown specimens are best placed in a sheltered position over winter.

Routine Care

Tie in young shoots as they develop to create even coverage over the support. After flowering, lightly prune any overly vigorous or misplaced stems to maintain shape while encouraging bushy growth.

Perfect For

• Covering walls and fences.
• Training over pergolas, arches and trellises.
• Courtyard and sheltered gardens.
• Large patio containers with climbing supports.
• Adding evergreen structure and fragrant summer flowers.

Good to Know

Although commonly known as Star Jasmine, Trachelospermum is not a true jasmine. 'Star of Milano' is especially valued for its distinctive creamy-white variegated foliage, which provides ornamental interest throughout the year, even when the plant is not in flower.

Product Information

• Supplied in a 3L nursery pot.
• Supplied approximately 70cm tall.
• Evergreen twining climber.
• Suitable for training against walls, fences, pergolas and trellises.
• Images show representative mature plants and are intended as a guide. Plants are living products and naturally vary in size, shape and seasonal stage.