Gardenia Ground Cover
Gardenia radicans
Gardenia radicans is a compact, low-growing shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and intensely fragrant white flowers. Blooming from late spring through summer, it adds a sweet perfume and lush texture to NZ gardens. Ideal as a ground cover, border plant, or in containers, it thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Perfect for small spaces or tropical-themed plantings, this hardy variety offers year-round greenery and seasonal floral impact.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Groundcover Plants - Height:
40 cm - Spread:
70 cm - Flowering time:
Spring, Summer - Garden uses:
Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical, White
