Diamond Spire™ Gardenia
Gardenia hybrid 'Leefive' PP32516
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Diamond Spire Gardenia is a dwarf evergreen shrub noted for its upright columnar habit and dense, glossy dark green leaves. The fragrant star-like white flowers with prominent yellow centers bloom from late spring through fall. Prefers partial sun and moist, well-drained acidic soils.
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Height: |
3' - 4' |
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Spread: |
1' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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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: Agapanthus, Coral Bells, Hydrangea
IMAGES: Photo by cynthia collins, Gardenia trio, (2) Dinesh Valke from Thane, India, Gardenia ¿ resinifera ? (736652286), CC BY-SA 2.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
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