Botanical Name: Gardenia augusta 'Veitchii' (G. jasminoides)
Common Name: Ever-blooming gardenia Type of Plant: dicot: shrub Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape a fairly compact variety of the species, with upright and spreading branchlets forming a rounded to mounded shape Height 2' - 4' Spread equal or more Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors prefers full sun and summer heat for best growth; prefers partial sun locations in desert sites Soil requires good drainage; avoid wet clay soil Hardiness hardy (zones 7-9, 12-16, 18-23): thrives in warm humid locations Morphology: Leaves pinnate, opposite, elliptic-oval, bright green; 1-1/2"-2" long, shiny on upper surface, veins more prominent than ‘Mystery’ Flowers white, very fragrant, 1"-1-1/2" across; borne singly or in small clusters at ends of stems, double-petaled; April - November Fruit if present, a small capsule Propagation: softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: an excellent low-filler for subtropical or tropical-theme gardens, valued for its profuse display of white fragrant flowers and glossy foliage Landscape Care: Watering regular preferred - the plant is not very drought-tolerant Fertilizing balanced (plus iron), at least 3 times a year for best flower production; citrus fertilizer is beneficial Pruning selectively head back any straggly branches; remove dead flowers for best appearance Pests/Diseases aphids, mealybugs, scale Special Conditions/Other plant high on well-mulched soil Origin: China Family: Rubiaceae Notes: |
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