Tropicals

Gardenia

Button gardenia

Gardenia jasminoides. Available size and form may vary.

Glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant white flowers make gardenias attractive warm-season container shrubs. This offering remains separate from the standard bush and tree forms. No exact cultivar or mature size is assumed; acidic mix, steady moisture and winter protection support healthy growth.

At a glance

Water: Even moisture with good drainage
Life cycle: Evergreen flowering shrub
Bloom: Very fragrant white-to-cream blooms, generally spring–summer.
Light: Bright indirect light or partial shade

Sizes & prices

8"$19.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Generally resistant; browsing remains possible.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees

Safety & handling: Harmful if eaten; keep out of reach of children.

Cats & dogs: Toxic if eaten.

If a pet eats a potentially toxic plant, contact your veterinarian promptly.

Growing & care

Soil: Rich, acidic, well-drained mix.
Roots: Avoid disturbing shallow roots unnecessarily.
Winter: Overwinter these container plants indoors; no hardy cultivar is assumed.
Pruning: Shape after flowering; remove faded blooms.
Feeding: Feed during active growth; avoid late-fall feeding.
Pests: Check for whiteflies, especially on stressed plants.
Size & habit: Size varies by selection. Grow in a container that can move indoors.

Sources & photo credits

NC State Extension

Royal Horticultural Society

Photo: Cathy Dewitt · CC BY 4.0

Size & selection: Gardenia selections differ in mature size. Keep this offering in a container you can move indoors, and select a plant whose growing habit fits your space.

Reviewed September 26, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.