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First Love® Gardenia

Dense, evergreen shrub with an open, upright habit. Glossy, leathery dark green foliage with profuse, fragrant 4-5" white double flowers. Plant where its fragrance can be appreciated.

Companion Plants

Carolina Cherry Laurel

Wisteria

Yaupon Holly

Plant Details

  • Common name

    First Love® Gardenia

  • Botanical name

    Gardenia jasminoides

  • Variety

    Aimee

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 8 (10°F) to USDA Zone 10 (30°F).

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    3-6' (1-2 m)

  • Habit

    Rounded

  • Feed

    Use acidic in fall

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    White

  • Bloom Time

    Spring-summer

  • Maintenance

    Protect from winter winds