Daisy Gardenia is a dwarf evergreen shrub noted for its thick, glossy dark green leaves. Its extremely fragrant white flowers that turn creamy yellow as they mature bloom from late spring into fall. Has an improved resistance to root rot and a consistent re-bloomer. Prefers partial sun, acidic, and moist well-drained soils.
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Type:
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Shrub
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Origins:
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Southern China and Japan
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Height:
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3' - 4'
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Spread:
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3' - 4’
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Spacing:
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3.5'
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USDA Hardiness Zone:
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7 - 10
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Culture:
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Part Sun
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Bloom Color:
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White
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Season of Interest:
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Spring, Summer, Fall, Year-Round
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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, Containers, Foundation Plantings.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hydrangea, Coral Bells, Agapanthus
IMAGES: Photoset by David Hill, (1) xIMG_6335 southern Greenville County SC Asiatic Daisy Gardenia Gardenia jasminoides "Daisy", (2) xIMG_6371 southern Greenville County SC Asiatic Daisy Gardenia Gardenia jasminoides "Daisy", (3) xIMG_6356 southern Greenville County SC Asiatic Daisy Gardenia Gardenia jasminoides "Daisy", (4) Alpsdake, Gardenia jasminoides in Mount Yagi 2008-06-13, CC BY-SA 3.0
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
