LATIN NAME: GARDENIA JASMINOIDES ‘VEITCHII’

The Basics
This indoor/outdoor evergreen shrub has fragrant, creamy white flowers.  Its double-bloom thrives in late spring through summer.  The dark-green luscious foliage with an upright growth habit reaches 3-4 feet(3 feet wide).  Ideally used as a container plant indoor/outdoor, mass planting, specimen, and low-growing hedge.

The Needs
Amount of Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Amount of Water: Water regularly; more frequent watering in
extreme heat; Moderately drought tolerant
Soil Conditions:  Prefers moist, well-drained soil
Cold Hardiness Zone: 7-11

The Care
This evergreen perennial needs a regular water schedule to ensure the growth of a mature root system.  The first year of growth requires watering weekly.  After the mature root system is established, watering is needed occasionally, except during a drought, watering is needed regularly. Mulching is recommended to detour weeds, retain moisture, and temperatures low. Shear annually to maintain desired shape.