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how ling is the jasmine flower stem

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Do you mean (a) the length of the whole jasmine vine/shrub stem, (b) the flower stalk (pedicel) that holds an individual bloom, or (c) how long to cut stems for arrangements? The length varies a lot by species and growing conditions, but typical ranges:

- Whole stems / vines (e.g., Jasminum officinale, J. polyanthum): 2–4.5 m (6–15 ft) or more when trained/climbing.
- Shrubby jasmine (e.g., Jasminum sambac): plants 0.5–2 m (1.5–6.5 ft) tall; individual stems proportionally shorter.
- Flower stalk / pedicel (individual bloom): usually short — about 0.5–4 cm (0.2–1.6 in), often 5–25 mm depending on species.
- Cut stems for bouquets: gardeners typically cut 20–60 cm (8–24 in) stems if the plant has long canes, though jasmine flowers are often used as short sprays.

If you tell me the jasmine species or post a photo, I can give a more specific measurement.