Moderately drought tolerant. Can be grown as a houseplant, in containers or in the landscape. Very fragrant white, showy flowers and lustrous dark, emerald green foliage. The hips attract birds and other wildlife. Cut flowers.
Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides
Common Name: Cape Jasmine, Common Gardenia, Cape Jessamine
Type: Perennial, woody, broadleaf evergreen Shrub
Flower Color: White, 2-3 in (2-7 cm)
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Plant Height: 4-8 ft (121-243 cm)
Plant Spread: 4-8 ft (121-243 cm)
Plant Spacing: 3-6 ft (91-182 cm)
Light Requirements: Dappled Sunlight. Bright indirect sunlight or Partial Shade. Shelter from the cold and strong winds.
Water Requirements: Average, Moist
Soil Requirements: Well-drained. Rich, acidic. pH Acid (<6.0)
USDA Zones: 7b to 11b
