Well, last night it's just a short run of some rain drops... It could be no harm and even good for plants as Cinta stated, but to the safe side and my always worrisome mind I think my move-in made no loss but peace of mind. Any way I can't sleep at night having an image of my soaking aloes out there in patio (who knows it won't become long down pour?). Now it's done and I have no regret. Thanks JB for the specific info on growing jasmine. I need to remember this basic: jasmine is a tropical. I am not living in a tropical, but desert-like area. These reminders are important, yet hard to follow as very often they conflict our daily life. I'll check Top Tropicals up and see if I can find some good info.
Thanks all and enjoy the Fall season coming.