Name: Gardenia Bush
Brand: The Sill
SKU: BN-GDN-AIM-6-IS6LAV
Price: 79.00 USD
Availability: InStock
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Gardenia Bush Information

About & Sizing

About The Gardenia Bush

The Gardenia bush is a stunning evergreen shrub known for its glossy, dark green leaves and intoxicatingly fragrant white flowers. Blooming from late spring through summer, it thrives in warm, humid environments with bright light and regular waterings. Give it the right TLC, and this bush will keep your indoor or patio garden looking and smelling fabulous! This variety is Gardenia jasminoides ‘Aimee,’ also known as First Love Gardenia.

Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
Medium plant measures between 9-12 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage

Does not ship to California or Arizona*

Sizing Guide

Small

Approximately 5" in diameter, fits plants in a 4" grow pot or smaller

Medium

Approximately 7" in diameter, fits plants in a 6" grow pot or smaller

Large

Approximately 10-12" in diameter, fits plants in a 10" grow pot or smaller

Massive

Approximately 12-14" in diameter, fits plants in a 12" grow pot or smaller

Care Guide

Watering Requirements

Water every 1 week, allowing the top few inches of soil to dry out between waterings if planted in a container. Provide one inch of water per week if planted directly in the ground. This plant will benefit from higher humidity.

Sunlight Requirements

Thrives in bright light to part sun conditions, preferably morning direct sun and afternoon shade. Not suited for low light areas.

Humidity Requirements

Gardenias thrive best in high-humidity environments, ideally between 50% and 60% relative humidity. If your home has dry indoor air, running a small humidifier nearby is the easiest way to keep them happy and prevent their flower buds from dropping.

Pet-Friendly Plant?

No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.

Read our full care guide

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Premature bud drop is typically a stress response triggered by sudden environmental changes, low humidity, or improper watering. Gardenias require a stable environment with consistent soil moisture and a relative humidity level between 50-60% to successfully open their blossoms. Moving the plant or exposing it to dry drafts from heating and cooling vents, or even placing in low light will also cause the buds to fall off.

Why are my gardenia flower buds falling off before they bloom?

A Gardenia jasminoides bush thrives best when it receives at least 6 hours of direct sun daily. In cooler northern regions, it welcomes full, direct sunlight, but in hot southern climates, it needs protection from the harsh afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch. The ideal setup for warmer areas is bright morning sunlight followed by dappled afternoon shade.

How much sunlight does a Gardenia jasminoides bush need?

Outdoor gardenia bushes generally require about one inch of water per week, applied deeply whenever the top few inches of soil feels dry. It is best to water directly at the base of the plant to keep the foliage dry and prevent fungal diseases like powdery mildew.

How often should you water an outdoor gardenia bush?

Gardenia jasminoides requires acidic, organic-rich soil with a pH level between 5.0 and 6.0 to successfully absorb nutrients. Mixing peat moss, compost, or sulfur into the planting area will help lower the pH and keep the soil conditions ideal.

What kind of soil is best for Gardenia jasminoides?

The best time to prune a gardenia bush is in the summer immediately after it finishes its main blooming cycle. This allows you to reshape the plant and remove deadwood without accidentally cutting off next year's flowers. Avoid pruning in the fall or winter, as the bush is already busy setting its buds for the upcoming spring display.

When is the best time to prune a gardenia bush?

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