SCIENTIFIC NAME: Gardenia (unspecified variety)

COMMON NAME: Gardenia

USDA ZONE: annual in Tennessee

EXPOSURE: Part sun to shade (morning sun)

WATER & SOIL: Prefers moist, well-drained acidic soil. They have average water needs, requiring additional water during drought conditions, and do not tolerate drought well.

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; glossy, dark green leaves

FLOWERS: Fragrant; white blossoms

FERTILIZING: Use a fertilizer for acid-loving plants (such as Holly-tone) in early spring

PRUNING: Not generally necessary. You may prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape if desired, or to remove dead or damaged branches.

TOXICITY FLAGS: Generally considered mildly toxic to pets.

USES: Sensory Gardens (Fragrance). May be used in containers as an annual.