This luxurious Gardenia is a classic fragrant evergreen shrub prized for its glossy deep-green leaves and intoxicating white blooms. Its strong aroma and refined flower form make it a favorite for gardens, patios, and elegant indoor containers. Designed to thrive in moist, acidic soil with consistent humidity, it’s a beautiful yet moderately demanding choice for enthusiasts.
2️⃣ Flower Details
Gardenias produce richly scented, creamy-white double or single flowers measuring 5–10 cm across. Blooms emerge in late spring into early summer, with some varieties reblooming sporadically through summer and fall. The petals unfurl like delicate roses, offering both visual and olfactory charm.
3️⃣ Care Instructions
| Care Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Light | 4–6 hours of bright morning sun; afternoon shade recommended |
| Watering | Keep soil evenly moist but well‑drained; about 1" water per week |
| Humidity | Humidity above 60%; mist leaves or use pebble tray/humidifier |
| Temperature | Day: 18–24 °C (65–75 °F); Night: ~15–18 °C; protect from frost |
| Growth Speed | Moderate: typically adds 30–60 cm (1–2 ft) in height per year under ideal conditions |
| Fertilizer | Feed in early spring and again ~6 weeks later with acid-forming feed |
| Pet Friendly | ❌ (Toxic to dogs, cats, horses) |
| Air Purifying | Yes – glossy foliage helps enhance indoor air quality |
4️⃣ Why You’ll Love It
Gardenia combines timeless elegance with sensory appeal. Its waxy blooms and glossy foliage add sophistication and fragrance to any space. Perfect for showcasing on patios, near entryways, or indoors in bright light, it delivers summer scent and style.
5️⃣ Shipping Info
Ships with care via ground service. Secure packaging to ensure safe delivery from Orange’s Home.
6️⃣ At Orange’s Home
We love placing this gardenia in a sunny courtyard pot or near softly lit windows, where its fragrance fills the air during bloom season. Nestled beside marble planters or dark foliage plants, it becomes a fragrant focal point. We water weekly, mist regularly, and prune just after blooming to keep it tidy and thriving.