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Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Revolutum) - Peeli Chameli
پیلی چمیلی
Jasminum Revolutum
Rs 5,000
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Italian Jasmine (Peeli Chameli / پیلی چمیلی) perfumes the garden with its moderate scent while adding year-round ornamental value. It reaches an impressive height of 15 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Native to the Himalayas, it is well-adapted to Pakistan’s climate and grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad.
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Category: Flowering Vines, Fragrant Vines
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Fragrance
- Moderate
- Fragrance Timing
- Day
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Yes
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative, Fragrance
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Italian Jasmine (Jasminum Revolutum), known in Pakistan as Peeli Chameli (پیلی چمیلی), is native to the Himalayas, and has found a thriving home in Pakistan’s gardens and landscapes. Prized for its moderate daytime fragrance and its yellow flowers that appear in spring, this vines & climbers is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 15 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Jasminum Revolutum
- Plant Type: Vines & Climbers
- Mature Height: 15 ft
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Foliage: Evergreen (Green)
- Fragrance: Moderate (Day-blooming)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Semi-Hardwood Cuttings, Layering
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Yes, safe around pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Italian Jasmine
Propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings or by simple layering where stems make contact with soil.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Italian Jasmine?
Whether you are a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Italian Jasmine is an excellent choice because it fills the garden with delightful fragrance.
Buy Peeli Chameli online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Italian Jasmine release its fragrance?
Italian Jasmine produces a moderate daytime fragrance, especially noticeable during warm, sunny hours. The scent is most intense during the bloom season and carries well in sheltered garden spots.
How many years does Italian Jasmine take to reach full size?
Italian Jasmine is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 15 ft at maturity. In Pakistan’s warm climate, expect rapid growth of 2-3 ft per year under good conditions. It typically reaches its full potential within 5-7 years.
What is the ideal watering schedule for Italian Jasmine?
Italian Jasmine needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
What is the best time to prune Italian Jasmine in Pakistan?
Prune Italian Jasmine after flowering to control its spread and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or tangled stems, and train new shoots along your support structure. Since it blooms in spring, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
What months can I expect Italian Jasmine to flower?
Italian Jasmine blooms in spring, producing yellow flowers. In Pakistan, this typically means February through April, when temperatures begin to warm up.
