Trachelospermum ‘Flat Mat’ – Star Jasmine
Trachelospermum ‘Flat Mat’ is a low-growing, spreading form of star jasmine designed to create a dense, evergreen carpet with minimal height. It’s a tough, low-maintenance groundcover that delivers glossy foliage, seasonal fragrance, and excellent weed suppression.
🌱 Why Gardeners Love Star Jasmine ‘Flat Mat’
✔ Ultra-low spreading habit - Forms a neat, flat mat without climbing or trailing.
✔ Glossy evergreen foliage - Provides year-round coverage and visual appeal.
✔ Fragrant white flowers - Produces lightly scented blooms in warmer months.
✔ Excellent weed suppression - Quickly covers soil and reduces maintenance.
✔ Hardy and adaptable - Performs well in sun or part shade once established.
🏡 How to Use Star Jasmine ‘Flat Mat’ in Your Garden
✅ Groundcover planting - Ideal for slopes, banks, and large open areas.
✅ Underplanting - Perfect beneath trees and shrubs where mowing is difficult.
✅ Low-maintenance landscapes - A great alternative to lawn in selected areas.
✅ Pots and raised planters - Creates a lush, spilling effect over edges.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 50 to 70cm apart for fast, even coverage. Planting closer together creates quicker results and a thicker mat, so consider adding extra plants for instant impact.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
❔ FAQs About Star Jasmine ‘Flat Mat’
Does Trachelospermum ‘Flat Mat’ climb like regular star jasmine?
No, it is bred to stay low and spreading rather than climbing.
Is it suitable for full sun?
Yes, it grows well in full sun to part shade.
Does it flower?
Yes, it produces small, fragrant white flowers during the warmer months.
How tall does it grow?
It typically stays around 20 to 30cm high while spreading wide.
Is it easy to maintain?
Yes, it’s very low-maintenance and only needs occasional trimming if required.
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