Gardenia 7 Cuttings - Cape Jasmine Gardenia jasminoides Heirloom White Shrub

Gardenia, also known as Cape Jasmine, is a beloved evergreen shrub prized for its glossy dark green leaves and intensely fragrant, creamy white flowers. This heirloom variety, Gardenia jasminoides, brings a touch of classic Southern elegance to any garden or patio. The intoxicating scent of its blooms makes it a favorite for cutting gardens, fragrant hedges, and container plantings. With its compact growth habit and repeat blooming nature, Gardenia is an excellent choice for adding year-round interest and a delightful perfume to your outdoor space.

Plant Features

• Highly fragrant, double white flowers that bloom in late spring to summer
• Glossy, dark green evergreen foliage provides year-round structure
• Compact, rounded growth habit ideal for containers, borders, and hedges
• Heirloom variety known for its classic beauty and intense perfume
• Attracts pollinators and makes excellent cut flowers

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides
• Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Compact, rounded
• Bloom Season: Late spring to summer
• Mature Height: 2 to 4 feet
• Spacing: 24 to 36 inches apart

Planting & Care

To root these cuttings, prepare a well-draining rooting medium such as a mix of peat and perlite. Dip the cut ends in rooting hormone if desired, then insert them about 1 to 2 inches deep. Keep the medium consistently moist and provide high humidity by covering with a plastic bag or using a humidity dome. Place in bright, indirect light and maintain temperatures around 70-75°F. Roots typically develop in 4 to 8 weeks. Once rooted, transplant into individual pots with acidic, well-draining potting soil. Gradually acclimate the young plants to outdoor conditions before planting in the garden. Gardenias prefer consistently moist soil and benefit from a layer of mulch to retain moisture and keep roots cool. Fertilize regularly during the growing season with an acid-loving plant fertilizer. Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

What's Included

This listing includes 7 unrooted cuttings of Gardenia jasminoides (Cape Jasmine). Each cutting is freshly taken from a healthy, mature plant and is ready for you to root and grow.