Jasmine is a popular flowering vine that’s often used to add fragrance and color to a garden. Jasmine plants are easy to care for, but they do need some attention. Here’s what you need to know about watering your jasmine plant.
How Often To Water Jasmine?
How often you need to water your jasmine depends on where you live and the size of the plant.
In general, you should water your jasmine once or twice a week during the summer. During the winter months when it’s cold, reduce watering by half.
Jasmine plants like to be watered deeply so that the roots are able to absorb plenty of moisture. It’s best not to let them sit in water for too long, however; if they do, they’ll likely get root rot and die quickly.
If you have an outdoor container garden with several different plants in it, make sure they all receive enough water at once so that they each receive equal amounts of moisture from the soil around them rather than one plant getting all the water while others wilt and die from being over-watered (or under-watered).
When Do You Water Jasmine?
The best time to water your jasmine plant is early in the morning before temperatures rise throughout the day. This gives the water time to settle into the soil before evaporating and causing problems for your plant later on in the day when temperatures are higher and windier.
How To Tell It’s Time to Water Your Jasmine
Jasmine plants are an exotic-looking addition to your garden, but they also require a bit more care than many other flowering plants. In particular, jasmine needs to be watered frequently because it does not have a deep root system.
There are several signs that indicate when it’s time to water your jasmine plant:
The leaves turn yellow or brown. This is usually the result of too much sun or too little water. The color should return if you give the plant more water and shade it from direct sunlight.
The flowers wilt easily or do not open at all. This is another sign that your plant needs more water and some extra attention from you.
The leaves begin to curl under themselves on top of the stems. This could be due to either too much sun or too little water; however, if the problem persists for more than a day or two, then it may be time to repot the plant into a larger pot with fresh soil and new drainage holes—and make sure it gets plenty of water!
If you notice any of these symptoms, check your jasmine plant daily until it seems better hydrated (after all, they’re tropical plants).
How to Water Jasmine
Jasmine plants are delicate and beautiful, but they need to be watered carefully. Jasmine is not a drought-tolerant plant, so you need to water it regularly. But don’t over-water jasmine plants, which can lead to root rot.
Here are some ways that you can water jasmine plants:
Use a Watering Can
If you have a small patio or balcony garden, an old-fashioned watering can is one of the best ways to water your jasmine plant. You’ll need to check the soil every day and give it a good soaking if the soil is dry. Once the jasmine has grown into a large bush and filled out its space, it will probably only need watering once per week during hot months and once every two weeks during cooler months.
Use A Recycled Bottle
If you have a larger area where you’re growing your jasmine plant and don’t have time to stop by every day or two with your watering can consider using recycled bottles with holes punched in them at regular intervals along their length (about four inches apart). Fill these with water and place them around your jasmine plant so that each one is about six inches away from its nearest neighbor.
Automatic Sprinkler System
If you have an automatic sprinkler system for your garden or yard, set it up so that it waters your jasmine every day or two during hot summer months and once every few days during milder weather. You may need to add extra water if it rains less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) per week in your area or if you are growing other plants that require more frequent irrigation than jasmine does.
Signs of Excessive Jasmine Watering
Jasmine plants are not the easiest to grow indoors. They require bright light and good air circulation, as well as frequent watering. If you notice these signs of excessive jasmine watering, it may be time to reduce how often you’re watering them:
Jasmine plant leaves turn brown. This could be a sign that there is too much water on the leaves and not enough oxygen. Excess water will cause the leaves to rot and fall off.
Leaves have brown spots. Brown spots on jasmine leaves can also be caused by too much water, but they may also be caused by spider mites or other pests.
The soil feels wet to the touch at least two days after watering. If your jasmine plant’s soil is always soggy two days after watering, it could mean you’re overwatering your plant or using the wrong potting mix for your climate (one that holds too much moisture).
The plant wilts even when watered less frequently than usual. This could mean that your jasmine is getting too little light or heat — which would cause it to wilt and drop its leaves — or that you need to repot your jasmine into a larger pot filled with fresh soil.
Final Thoughts
Jasmines need moderate watering when actively growing and less water during their dormant periods when the leaves drop off of the stems and the plant becomes dormant for winter or dry spells. Jasmines only need watering once or twice per week to thrive.
