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Gardenia
Evergreen shrub cultivated for its exquisitely fragrant flowers and handsome foliage. This variety blooms all season. Use as accent in containers, shrub gardens, the interior landscape, or cut flower bouquets. Prefers humus-rich, moist, well-drained, neutral to acid (sour) soil. Prune after flowering.
Companion Plants
Italian Cypress
Spreading Juniper
Yaupon Holly
Plant Details
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Common name
Gardenia
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Botanical name
Gardenia jasminoides
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Variety
August Beauty
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Zone
USDA Zone 8 (10°F) to USDA Zone 11 (40°F).
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Light
Part sun
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Height
4-6' (1-2 m)
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Habit
Rounded
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Feed
Use acidic in fall
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Water
2-3 times per week
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Bloom Color
White
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Bloom Time
Spring-summer
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Maintenance
Apply mulch