Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides)
Family: Rubiaceae
With wonderfully fragrant flowers,the Gardenia is a desirable shrub for greenhouses and tropical gardens. Several cultivars are available, including some with larger flowers than the natural species. Notorious for their sensitivity to soil conditions, Gardenias grow best in acidic soil mixtures.
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Tags:
flower, fragrant, ornamental, shrub
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Cultivation: Medium-sized shrub for USDA hardiness zones 10 to 11. Grows best in partial sun with moderate moisture.
Size: Reaches 6' to 8' (1.8 m to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 6' to 8' (1.8 m to 2.4 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round or from late spring through mid-summer.
Propagation methods: cuttings, layering, grafting.
Size: Reaches 6' to 8' (1.8 m to 2.4 m) tall with a spread of 6' to 8' (1.8 m to 2.4 m).
Flowering: Blooms year-round or from late spring through mid-summer.
Propagation methods: cuttings, layering, grafting.