Gardenia augusta florida

Gardenia augusta florida is popular due to its large, double milky-white flowers displayed prominently above dark green, glossy foliage. Ideal garden shrubs, which can be hedged, or potted, but requires a warm protected position, especially in cooler climates.  Large double white blooms borne during spring and summer. Perfume can be enjoyed from late spring and through the warmer months.

Description

One of the most popular varieties of Gardenia due to its large, double milky-white flowers displayed prominently above dark green, glossy foliage. Ideal garden shrubs, which can be hedged, or potted, but requires a warm protected position, especially in cooler climates.  Large double white blooms borne during spring and summer. Perfume can be enjoyed from late spring and through the warmer months.

Size

Plant height: up to 1.2 metres

Plant spread: up to 1 metre

Care and Maintenance

  • tolerates light frost once established
  • tolerates drought once established
  • full sun, semi shade
  • planting season all year round
  • medium water use
  • fertilize in spring with slow release fertilizer

Planting

  • All plants have roots and are ready for planting.
  • Water each day for 2–3 weeks after planting.
  • Plant 70cm apart to create a hedge.
  • Great for hedges, screens and as a shelter plant or just used as a general plant in the garden, this plant will thrive in any garden and looks amazing.