Gardenia

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Lovely evergreen shrub cultivated for its exquisitely fragrant double flowers and handsome leathery foliage. A wonderful outdoor accent for containers or shrub gardens, or indoors as a houseplant. Makes a beautiful cut flower. Prefers humus-rich, moist, well-drained, neutral to acid (sour) soil. Prune after flowering.

Companion Plants

Italian Cypress

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Italian Cypress

This narrow, columnar tree is covered with grayish-green needle-like leaves. Its unique and very particular shape make it an outstanding landscape accent or topiary. Small cones emerge in fall. May benefit from shelter from wind. Drought tolerant and adaptable to various soils.

Yaupon Holly

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Yaupon Holly

Broadleaf evergreen shrub. Dwarf spreading habit with tiny, lustrous leaves. Self-fruiting form. Red fruit ripens in fall.

Carolina Cherry Laurel

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Carolina Cherry Laurel

Details

Common name

Gardenia

Botanical name

Gardenia augusta

Variety

Miami Supreme

Zone

USDA 7 - 10

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Bloom time

spring

Light

sun

Height

5-10' (1.5-3 m)

Habit

compact

Water

1-2 times per week

Feed

regularly

Maintenance

spray light horticultural oil to kill insect eggs