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Miniature Gardenia
Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans'
Pronunciation: gar-DEEN-ee-uh jas-min-NOY-deez RAH-di-kanz
SKU #03790
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Keep soil moist, but never soggy.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 6 to 12 in. tall, spreading 24 to 36 in. wide.
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| Description | Same great fragrance as larger gardenias, but having a dwarf, rounded form enhanced with petite white flowers. Excellent in low borders or as a groundcover. Great container plant. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover |
| Design Ideas | With its fine texture and traveling habit, this Gardenia is a wonderful scented groundcover. Use it to cover unsightly bare ground in shaded gardens and between larger flowering shrubs and trees. Good on mounds and at home in a naturalized woodland setting. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Handle with care when transplanting; gardenia roots are best undisturbed. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Apply an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Prune to maintain size and shape. |
Details
| Description | Same great fragrance as larger gardenias, but having a dwarf, rounded form enhanced with petite white flowers. Excellent in low borders or as a groundcover. Great container plant. Evergreen. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | With its fine texture and traveling habit, this Gardenia is a wonderful scented groundcover. Use it to cover unsightly bare ground in shaded gardens and between larger flowering shrubs and trees. Good on mounds and at home in a naturalized woodland setting. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Handle with care when transplanting; gardenia roots are best undisturbed. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Apply an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Prune to maintain size and shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Miniature Gardenia produce flowers?
Summer
Is Miniature Gardenia evergreen or deciduous?
Miniature Gardenia is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Miniature Gardenia?
Miniature Gardenia is Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form.
Is Miniature Gardenia resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Miniature Gardenia grow?
Miniature Gardenia has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Miniature Gardenia?
Miniature Gardenia grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Miniature Gardenia in my landscape?
Miniature Gardenia is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Ground Cover.
How can I use Miniature Gardenia in my garden design?
With its fine texture and traveling habit, this Gardenia is a wonderful scented groundcover. Use it to cover unsightly bare ground in shaded gardens and between larger flowering shrubs and trees. Good on mounds and at home in a naturalized woodland setting.
What color are Miniature Gardenia flowers?
Miniature Gardenia produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Miniature Gardenia?
Miniature Gardenia has Green foliage.
How do I care for Miniature Gardenia?
Thrives in organically rich, slightly acidic, well-drained soils. Handle with care when transplanting; gardenia roots are best undisturbed. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Apply an acid fertilizer after bloom. Keep roots cool with a thick layer of mulch. Prune to maintain size and shape.
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