Double Tahitian Gardenia
Gardenia taitensis 'Double'
Pronunciation: gar-DEEN-ya ty-TEN-sis
SKU #30918
Description | A rare form of gardenia with large, fragrant, double flowers and deep green tropical foliage. A vigorous grower and prolific bloomer with slightly more cold tolerance. A wonderful low hedge or container plant. Evergreen. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Keep soil moist, but never soggy. |
Blooms | Spring through Fall |
Mature Size | Reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall and wide. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
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Special Features | Easy Care |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
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Flower Color | White |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Companion Plants | Coral Bells (Heuchera); Daphne (Daphne); Azalea (Azalea); Agapanthus (Agapanthus); Camellia (Camellia) |
Care | Thrives 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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 10-11

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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.