[plantpot]

I suspect its the wrong time to do it, but needs must as it's hanging over a side path.

I suspect if I do it won't flower this year? That's not a great issue, I just don't want to kill it off entirely.

[mumofstig]

If I remember correctly, jasmine flowers on new growth, not the old.....so pruning shouldn't stop it flowering, although it may be a bit later if you're giving it a severe haircut

[plantpot]

That's good, nothing worse than wet legs walking up a path!

I've so many questions that will be posted over the next few months that I hope I won't wear my welcome out!

I've found out I can use the compost from the bottom so I can use that in the greenhouse. 

Thanks for the reply.

[DD.]

I've got one that I have to keep cutting back at all times of year.

Never stopped it!

[plantpot]

oh, I was hoping it was one of those once a year chops!

I've a feeling I shall have to get my shears sharpened!

[stephenprudence]

Ah yes, Jasmine is a seriously fast growing plant, as has been said it grows on new stems, which is why it recovers from frost damage so well.

I assume your talking Pink Jasmine ( Jasminum polyanthum )

[mumofstig]

It's usually jasminum officinale that's planted outside in this country, the Pink jasmine is less hardy, and is usually treated as a potted conservatory plant

[stephenprudence]

It's usually jasminum officinale that's planted outside in this country, the Pink jasmine is less hardy, and is usually treated as a potted conservatory plant

Oh, good job then, my own experience of Pink Jasmine is that it tends to become extremely invasive and climbs trees and all sorts. Definitely best to stick to officianale.

[mumofstig]

Where abouts in the country are you growing polyanthum then........lucky devil
(mine did grow like mad at the house in greece but not hardy here )

[stephenprudence]

Where abouts in the country are you growing polyanthum then........lucky devil
(mine did grow like mad at the house in greece but not hardy here )

In Wirral, near Liverpool. There are reports that it tends to be cut back and grows back at temperature of -8C, although I suppose the downside it trying to deal with it.

There are many so called houseplants that can be grown outside

Houseplant azaleas are very hardy and will survive any cold the UK can throw at it, Christmas cactus are fairly hardy if kept dry etc etc.

[mumofstig]

Where abouts in the country are you growing polyanthum then........lucky devil
(mine did grow like mad at the house in greece but not hardy here )

In Wirral, near Liverpool.

I just might try again then.............

[stephenprudence]

By all means, it's worth a shot, even if it cuts down it should grow back again. We don't really get much in the way of harsh or frequent frost in the winter being on the coast but I know someone in Manchester who is having success with it in the city centre so go for it