Gardenia Crown Jewel

Name: Gardenia Crown Jewel
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 18414f
Price: 26.75 NZD
Availability: InStock
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Gardenia Crown Jewel is a popular, evergreen shrub featuring fragrant flowers that are double, white, and produced through late spring and summer. It typically grows to 70 cm tall and 1 m wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Gardenia Crown Jewel is a versatile plant that looks most impressive when mass planted and is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, included in tropical or “white” gardens, or maintained in a container.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	70 cm
Spread:	1.00 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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What are the garden uses for Gardenia Crown Jewel in NZ?

Gardenia Crown Jewel is a much-loved shrub that is perfect for creating garden appeal. It can be clipped into a hedge, included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, included in tropical or “white” gardens, or maintained in a container. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing fragrance and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and flowers that makes this Gardenia an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

What height does Gardenia Crown Jewel grow to?

Gardenia Crown Jewel grows to about 70 cm tall and 1 m wide as a general rule. It tends to grow taller in partial shade conditions compared to when grown in full sun. Similarly, the size also depends on the level of trimming and how well the plant is cared for with regards to fertiliser and watering during dry periods.

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What growing conditions are best for Gardenia Crown Jewel?

Gardenia Crown Jewel grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of light frost only and does require shelter from wind. A soil rich in organic matter that does not dry out during summer is ideal. Clay soil, heavy soils, or areas with wetness should be avoided as the plants will struggle and are likely to fail. Heavy shade positions should be avoided also. The goal is to ensure they receive good amounts of dappled sunlight or about 3-4 hours of direct sun per day.

Gardenia Crown Jewel care

Gardenia Crown Jewel can be susceptible to various problems if not cared for correctly. Gardenias are acid-loving plants and alkaline soils can lead to nutrient deficiencies, particularly iron chlorosis, which causes yellowing leaves. It is very important to make sure the soil is acidic, and to use acidic fertilisers. Both overwatering and underwatering can cause problems. Overwatering leads to root rot, while underwatering causes wilting and bud drop. They need consistent moisture, and a well-drained soil. Common pests include aphids, whiteflies, mealybugs, scale insects, and spider mites. Gardenias are susceptible to fungal diseases like powdery mildew, leaf spots, anthracnose, and sooty mould. Both the pests and diseases can easily be controlled with an appropriate agrichemical but only if levels start to impact the aesthetics and health of the plant.