Mystery Gardenia

Gardenia jasminoides 'Mystery'

Pronunciation: gar-DEEN-ee-uh jas-min-NOY-deez
SKU #03775
8-11

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Sweetly fragrant, large pure white flowers against contrasting glossy green foliage make this compact shrub a standout in any landscape. Plant near entryways to enjoy its wonderful scent. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Keep soil moist, but never soggy.
SIZE: Quickly reaches 5 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 8-11

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Bloom TimeLate spring into summer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Suitable for Topiary
Design IdeasThis most popular, upright Gardenia is an excellent single specimen capable of scenting an entire entry court. But don't be afraid to use it in greater quantity as foundation planting or even in hedges left to their natural shape. Has an open character and large size that allows it to be paired with larger flowering shrubs for a huge show of color and fragrance.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsAgapanthus (Agapanthus); Azalea (Azalea); Camellia (Camellia); Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Coral Bells (Heuchera)
Care InstructionsThrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Handle with care when transplanting; gardenia roots are best undisturbed. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.
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Bloom TimeLate spring into summer
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form
Problems/SolutionsDeer Resistant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitRounded
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Suitable for Topiary
Design IdeasThis most popular, upright Gardenia is an excellent single specimen capable of scenting an entire entry court. But don't be afraid to use it in greater quantity as foundation planting or even in hedges left to their natural shape. Has an open character and large size that allows it to be paired with larger flowering shrubs for a huge show of color and fragrance.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsAgapanthus (Agapanthus); Azalea (Azalea); Camellia (Camellia); Fuchsia (Fuchsia); Coral Bells (Heuchera)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Handle with care when transplanting; gardenia roots are best undisturbed. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.