Jasmine is a stunning perennial that brings a burst of color and a heavenly scent to your garden year after year. If you’ve already got a beautiful jasmine plant and want to spread that magic to other spots in your yard, you’re in luck! Multiplying your jasmine is actually pretty easy to do yourself.
Let’s dive into the different ways you can propagate your jasmine and get those new plants growing.
Ways to Propagate Your Jasmine
There are a few different ways to get new jasmine plants from the one you already have. The most common methods are:
- Growing from cuttings
- Layering (using “runners” or low-hanging branches)
- Starting from seeds
Propagating Jasmine from Cuttings
If you’re looking for the easiest and most reliable way to grow new jasmine, using cuttings is definitely the way to go. Since cuttings are essentially clones, your new plant will have the exact same DNA as the mother plant—meaning you’ll get those same gorgeous flowers you already love. This is the go-to method for most home gardeners because it’s so straightforward.
To start, use a sharp knife to snip off a few shoots about 4 to 6 inches long. This is actually a great project to tackle when your jasmine is due for a little pruning anyway. Instead of tossing those trimmings, turn them into new plants! If you keep your cuttings in a warm spot (around 70°F) and give them a little TLC, they’ll soon develop roots and grow into healthy young plants.
Propagating Jasmine through Layering
If you’re growing Mock Orange (False Jasmine) and have a bit of extra space in your garden bed, “layering” is a fantastic trick. For this method, you take a young, flexible branch and gently bend it down to the ground (or into a small pot filled with soil). Secure it so it stays in contact with the dirt and cover that section with a bit of soil.
Keep it watered, and in a few weeks, that branch will start to grow its own roots and new buds. Once it’s established, just snip it away from the mother plant with a sharp knife, and you’ve got a brand new jasmine ready to be planted on its own.
Growing Jasmine from Seed
Technically, you can also grow jasmine from seeds. These seeds are found inside the berries that appear after the jasmine finishes blooming. You can harvest these yourself or buy a packet at your local garden center.
While it’s fun to try, keep in mind that jasmine seeds can be a bit finicky and don’t always have the best germination rate. Because it takes a bit of luck and patience, most gardeners prefer cuttings or layering over starting from scratch with seeds.
