Gardenia

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

Carolina Cherry Laurel

Italian Cypress

Yaupon Holly

Plant Details

Common name

Gardenia
Botanical name

Gardenia augusta
Variety

Miami Supreme
Zone

USDA Zone 7 (0°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).
Light

Sun
Height

5-10' (1.5-3 m)
Habit

Compact
Feed

Regularly
Water

1-2 times per week
Bloom Time

Spring
Maintenance

Spray light horticultural oil to kill insect eggs

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