Jasmine
Jasmine is a nice ground cover, shrub or vine, most easily trained to grow in a "mat" or on a trellis or arbor. I have 3 kinds to choose from: Confederate, Winter, and Asian.
Confederate JasmineConfederate Jasmine (or star jasmine, aptly named because of it's star shaped blooms) has a moderate growth rate and when supported, vines can reach 20'. It is really a fascinating plant to watch. I have it growing in a corner and threaded through the posts on my front porch and in the summer, my daughter marvels at the fragrance wafting through her bedroom window. It has lovely, waxy, dark green leaves and newer growth is slightly lighter green.
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Asian JasmineIn contrast to Confederate jasmine, Asian jasmine has darker green, narrower leaves with small yellow blooms. Excellent choice for a ground cover. I am often asked about what to plant on an incline, especially out of frustration when someone has spent a bloody fortune on grass seed, only to have it washed out as it tends to do on our clay soil. The "mats" grow 6-12" tall and each plant about 3' wide.
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