Photo of Gardenia jasminoides flower, foliage by Karl Gercens III

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Gardenia jasminoides

Also Known As

  • Gardenia augusta

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Gardenia jasminoides plant details

Gardenia jasminoides is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gardenia jasminoides

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gardenia jasminoides

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The naming of this plant is contentious online but the USDA lists G. augusta as an illegitimate name, so we are using G. jasminoides. The plant is a medium to large, bushy shrub with glossy, deep green leaves. It produces white to creamy-white, extremely fragrant flowers from summer to autumn. Requires acidic, well drained and moist soil. Also needs protection from wind and cold, but can be planted in either full sun or partial shade.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Gardenia jasminoides plant

How to Grow Gardenia jasminoides

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy
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