Gardenia augusta

Gardenia, Cape Jasmine

Family: Rubiaceae Madder


Type Shrub
USDA Hardiness range 8A - 10A
Exposure Full shade to full sun
Bloom color White
Bloom time Spring and Summer
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, hedge, massing, screen, standard, specimen
Height 4' to 8' / 1.20m to 2.40m
Spread 5' to 8' / 1.60m to 2.40m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen, needles or needle-like
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, fragrant flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Orange
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Rounded
Attributes and features Attractive foilage