high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height
0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Spread
0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to neutral
Description
The broadleaf evergreen Gardenia jasminoides 'Shooting Star' (cape jasmine) produces showy, white, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to late summer. This plant is rounded in form and has showy, glossy, medium textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Gardenia jasminoides 'Shooting Star' (cape jasmine) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Border, container, cut flowers, house plant, foundation, specimen and topiary.
Special Characteristics
In the winter, Gardenia jasminoides 'Shooting Star' provides winter interest.
