Jasmine ‘Grand Duke of Tuscany’ (Jasminum sambac)
Best fragrant shrub for patio gardeners seeking year-round floral beauty.
Discover the enchanting Jasmine ‘Grand Duke of Tuscany’ (Jasminum sambac), a captivating plant celebrated for its intoxicatingly sweet fragrance. This cultivar showcases thick, fully double white blooms on upright stems, a sight revered across Asia. Its flowers are perfect for creating perfumed drinks or enhancing floral arrangements. Growing slowly and thriving in warm, sunny conditions, this jasmine is a manageable and mesmerizing addition to any garden or patio, offering a heavenly scent year-round.
$16.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1635
/ 2688
#1635 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Pot Size
4
/ "
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking show-stopping, rose-like floral displays
- Fragrance lovers wanting a potent, sweet indoor scent
- Dedicated plant owners desiring year-round intermittent blooms
Who should skip it
- Indoor growers lacking bright, direct sunlight or grow lights
- Impatient gardeners preferring fast-growing, quick-blooming varieties
- Casual plant keepers unable to monitor for common pests
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Intensity
The intoxicatingly sweet scent creates an immediate sensory impact.
Bloom Quality
Thick, fully double white flowers offer a premium, sophisticated aesthetic.
Container Suitability
Compact, upright growth makes it ideal for patio pots.
Maintenance Ease
Slow growth rate keeps pruning requirements manageable for most gardeners.
Climate Versatility
Strict temperature requirements necessitate indoor care in cooler climates.
Bloom Consistency
Year-round flowering potential provides continuous visual and aromatic rewards.
Key Specs
Pot Size
4"
Mature Height
1.0-3' feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Bloom Season
Year-Round
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Watering Needs
Moderate
Soil Type
Well-Draining
Container Friendly
Yes
Features
- Intoxicating sweet fragrance
- Thick, fully double white blooms
- Upright growth habit
- Flowers suitable for drinks and arrangements
- Slow-growing and manageable
- Prefers warm, sunny locations
- Excellent for patios
- Mesmerizing and fragrant plant
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Jasmine Grand Duke of Tuscany for its exceptional quality and legendary, intense fragrance, often calling it superior to other jasmine types. Reviewers appreciate Logee's for shipping healthy, well-rooted plants that establish quickly due to careful packaging. The main satisfaction driver is successfully cultivating this rare variety for a rewarding bloom. While the high price point is noted, enthusiasts consider this specialized tropical plant a worthwhile investment for its pinnacle fragrance. Despite minor challenges some novice growers face with indoor conditions, the consensus confirms this specimen justifies the effort, fostering strong loyalty to Logee's rare offerings.
Know before you buy
Yes, it is well-suited for containers and can be grown indoors as long as it receives plenty of direct sunlight. Ensure your indoor space maintains a minimum temperature of 60°F to keep the plant healthy.
This cultivar is a consistent bloomer that produces its signature double white flowers year-round, provided it receives adequate light and warmth.
It is quite manageable due to its slow growth rate and upright habit, which prevents it from becoming unruly. Simply provide well-draining soil, moderate water, and a sunny spot to keep it thriving.
Yes, the blooms of the Jasminum sambac are widely used to scent teas and beverages. Ensure you are not using any pesticides or chemicals on the plant if you intend to consume the flowers.
If you live outside of USDA Zone 10, you should treat this plant as a patio specimen that can be moved indoors during the colder months. It is not frost-tolerant and must be protected from freezing temperatures.
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