Gardenia jasminoides 'Golden Magic'

FRAGRANT pure white 3+" flowers fade to cream and then to a magical golden yellow on this 4-6' evergreen with its glossy dark-green foliage. S-PSh/M/acid

Fragrant pure-white perfectly formed long-lasting 3" Gardenia flowers soon fade to creamy yellow and finally to golden yellow creating a magical effect that contrasts nicely with the glossy dark green glossy foliage of this evergreen shrub. These old garden favorites are still commonly referred to as Cape Jasmine or Cape Jessamine in many southern gardens but no matter what you call them the fragrance is unforgettable. Gardenias perform best in a fertile, well-drained, humus rich, acidic soil with average moisture. They seem to do best in hot southern regions where they get some midday or afternoon shade but need good light for the best flower production. Provide your Gardenias with good air circulation to minimize pest infestations. In the northern most reaches of their range they will benefit from protection from cold winter winds. Gardenias make good container plants and can be enjoyed indoors where not winter hardy. Prune after flowering.