Frost Proof Gardenia

Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof'

Frost Proof Gardenia is an upright evergreen shrub noted for its thick, glossy dark green leaves and extremely fragrant semi-double white flowers. These flowers either bloom throughout the year if the temperature doesn’t dip below 60 degrees F or in late spring to early summer.  Prefers  partial sun, acidic, and moist well-drained soils.  Tolerates more direct sun than other gardenias, and flower buds resist frost damage.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: High Maintenance.  Water regularly, do not let the soil dry out.   Fertilize in spring or summer to encourage bloom, but do not fertilize in fall- it will encourage tender growth.  Mulch planted area. Prune after flowering. Drip irrigation will help prevent leaf spot. Insects can be a serious problem, as well as powdery mildew, dieback, and sooty mold.

LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings,  Borders,  Woodland Gardens,  Rock Gardens, Foundation Plantings, and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS:  Camellia, Hydrangea, Azalea

IMAGES:  নয়ন জ্যোতি নাথ,  তগৰ ফুল Gardenia jasminoides,  CC BY-SA 4.0, (2)  阿橋 HQ,  黃梔子 Gardenia jasminoides -北京花卉大觀園 The World Flower Garden, Beijing- (9252406893),  CC BY-SA 2.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown