Gardenia tubifera var. kula is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil.
GROWING CONDITIONS for Gardenia tubifera var. kula
USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
The 2" wide 8-petaled fragrant flowers on 3-4" long tubes open a creamy yellow and mature to a rich orange. The flowers come with new growth throughout the warmer months of the year and beginning in early spring. Large tropical heavily textured deep rich green foliage. A must for the collector!
The Golden Gardenia needs a rich, moist but well-drained, acidic soil. Provide high light when grown indoors.