Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides) in Florida
Description:
Gardenia is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and highly fragrant white flowers. The flowers are waxy and typically bloom from late spring to summer. Gardenias are prized for their fragrance and are often used in perfumes.
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Description:
Gardenia is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and highly fragrant white flowers. The flowers are waxy and typically bloom from late spring to summer. Gardenias are prized for their fragrance and are often used in perfumes.
Description
Planting Instructions:
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- Location: Partial shade. Gardenias prefer filtered sunlight or dappled shade.
- Soil: Well-drained, acidic soil rich in organic matter. Gardenias prefer slightly acidic soil.
- Planting: Plant in spring or fall. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, backfill with soil, and water well.
- Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during the growing season. Avoid waterlogging.
- Maintenance:Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly after flowering to shape and remove dead or weak branches. Fertilize with an acidic fertilizer in spring and summer.
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