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Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Gardenia cornuta variegata
  • Variegated Horned Gardenia

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'-4'

planting zones

  • 9a-10b

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Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata' plant details

Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rubiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The beautifully variegated foliage of this Gardenia make it a stand out. The rounded and often twisted rich dark green foliage is randomly streaked and splashed with cream and white creating a wonderful contrast. The plant is fairly upright and seems to be a dwarf to semi-dwarf making it a good choice for containers.

Gardening facts about Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Gardenia cornuta 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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