Common names:
Gardenia
Cape Jasmine
Gandharaj

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Herb/Forb
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Full Sun
Partial Shade to Full Shade
Water Preferences:In Water
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 12 +10 °C (50 °F) to +15.6 °C (60 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 13
Leaves:Glaucous
Flowers:Nocturnal
Blooms on old wood
Flower Color:Mauve
Flower Size:3"-4"
4"-5"
Flower Time:Spring
Late spring or early summer
Summer
Suitable Locations:Patio/Ornamental/Small Tree
Bog gardening
Uses:Provides winter interest
Medicinal Herb
Suitable as Annual
Wildlife Attractant:Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances:Gophers/Voles
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Root
Containers:Suitable in 1 gallon
Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Conservation status:Least Concern (LC)

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