Mystery Gardenia (Grafted)
Gardenia jasminoides 'Mystery' (Grafted onto G. thunbergia)
SKU
03759
This superior grafted selection out-performs others - its rootstock has improved uptake of soil nutrients, improved tolerance of poor soils, and excellent resistance to nematodes. Large, sweetly-scented, pure white flowers and glossy evergreen foliage enhance any landscape or container. Plant near an entry or outdoor seating to best enjoy the fragrance.
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Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | gar-DEEN-ee-uh jas-min-NOY-deez |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 5 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Late Spring into Summer |
| Design Ideas | +This 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. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Hedge, Specimen, Topiary, Woodland Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Tree & Shrub Food |
| Special Feature | Easy Care, Gift Plant, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Year-round Interest, Compact Form |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Improved Grafted Selection |
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: 8 - 11
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