Jasminum nudiflorum

Common name(s): winter jasmine

Description: perennial; a low, spreading groundcover that could be trained as a vine with some effort but is more commonly used to cascade over retaining walls or down banks. Deciduous, dark green foliage adorns the plant from spring through autumn and then leave bare stems right before the bright yellow flowers begin blooming in winter. 

Height: to 2 ft. Spread: to 6 ft.

Position: full sun and lean, well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental- as a groundcover

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3 months of summer drought

Distribution: W. China