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Plant Habit: Shrub
Tree
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Partial or Dappled Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Plant Height: 12-15 feet
Plant Spread: 3-4 feet
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: White
Bloom Size: 2"-3"
3"-4"
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Summer
Underground structures: Taproot
Suitable Locations: Houseplant
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Cut Flower
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Resistances: Humidity tolerant
Toxicity: Leaves are poisonous
Propagation: Other methods: Cuttings: Stem
Cuttings: Root
Layering
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • White Gardenia
  • Thunberg's Gardenia
  • Starry Gardenia

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Location: San Diego Botanic Garden
Date: 2011-10-31
Location: San Diego Botanic Garden
Date: 2011-10-31

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