January Jasmine
Lonicera fragrantissima
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
medium
Size
72"–120" H × 72"–120" W
Bloom
Jan, Feb, Mar
Native to
UT
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
January jasmine is a large deciduous shrub that produces fragrant white flowers during winter months when most plants are dormant. It grows 6-10 feet tall and wide with an open, somewhat loose branching structure. The early blooms provide welcome color and fragrance in the coldest months.
In an HOA neighborhood
January Jasmine takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: moderate. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Large size may overwhelm smaller landscapes
- Loose growth habit appears informal
- Can look sparse when leafless in winter
Wildlife value
The winter flowers provide nectar for early-season pollinators including bees and hummingbirds when few other food sources are available.
Common questions
- How much sun does January Jasmine need?
- January Jasmine grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does January Jasmine bloom?
- January Jasmine blooms in January, February, and March.
- Where is January Jasmine native?
- January Jasmine (Lonicera fragrantissima) is native to UT, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does January Jasmine attract?
- January Jasmine draws bees and hummingbirds.
- Is January Jasmine HOA-friendly?
- January Jasmine takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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