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Gardenia jasminoides

Family Rubiaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height 0.3 - 3 m (1 - 10 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 3 m (3 - 10 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The broadleaf evergreen Gardenia jasminoides (cape jessamine) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to mid-fall. The showy glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture and evergreen. Gardenia jasminoides (cape jessamine) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Gardenia jasminoides (cape jessamine) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, container, cut flowers, house plant, foundation, specimen and topiary.