Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides 'Veitchii')

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Resistances
Humidity tolerant
Suitable Locations
Houseplant
Soil pH Preferences
Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0), Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Sun Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade, Partial or Dappled Shade
Uses
Cut Flower, Windbreak or Hedge
Wildlife Attractant
Bees
Bloom Size
2"-3", 3"-4"
Containers
Needs excellent drainage in pots, Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Flower Color
White
Flower Time
Late spring or early summer, Spring, Summer
Flowers
Fragrant, Showy
Leaves
Evergreen
Life cycle
Perennial
Minimum cold hardiness
Zone 8a -12.2 °C (10 °F) to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
Plant Habit
Shrub
Plant Height
4 feet
Plant Spread
3 feet
Propagation: Other methods
Cuttings: Stem
Detailed Information

Gardenia jasminoides, including the ‘Veitchii’ cultivar, is native to **Asia**. More specifically, it’s native to regions including:

* **Southern China**
* **Taiwan**
* **Japan**
* **Vietnam**
* **Myanmar**
* **India**

Gardenias thrive in warm, humid climates with acidic soil, which is characteristic of many of these Asian locations.

Suitable in 3 gallon or larger, Needs excellent drainage in pots