Fool Proof Gardenia

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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Height 3 - 4 Feet
  • Width 3 Feet
  • Growing Zones 7-10

A child plant of the jasminoides cultivar of Gardenia, Foolproof Gardenia hybrid brings you cold hardiness down to zero to ten degrees Fahrenheit for winter temperatures, giving gardeners in Zone 7 a chance to grow these lovely fragrant flowers usually reserved for warmer climates. Creamy white, fully double flowers that swirl open from even fragrant buds, their sweet fragrance speaks summer to many people and can be detected in a hot summers night before even seeing the plant.

Native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Madagascar, the Pacific Islands and Australia, Gardenias have made their way into the United States markets. Hardy in Zones 7 to 10, Mid South to Deep South and Southwest gardeners can enjoy the sweet fragrance in garden beds and landscape borders. Bees, butterflies and hummingbirds will help you enjoy your gardenias even more with their frequent visits. Consider planting this lovely perennial in a pollinator garden as well as in your cutting garden.

Fool Proof Gardenia Care

Plant your gardenias in fall or in early spring after the danger of the last frost has passed. Capable of handling full sun, the energy gained by at least 6 hours of sun will assist the plant in producing flowers. Utilize some light afternoon shade in extremely hot regions. Gardenias will respond best in rich organic moist soil that drains well. The key to growing Gardenias is to keep them healthy. They prefer acidic soil. Supplement natural rainfall when the top one inch of soil is dry. Fertilize with a rose fertilizer throughout the growing season, ceasing in fall so the new growth has time to harden before the winter temperatures arrive. Take care not to fertilize too much as this plant is hypersensitive to salt accumulation. When possible, use an organic fertilizer rather than a chemical based one to help avoid this problem.

Gardenias will drop their spent flowers, but deadheading them prior to that will help to promote new growth and flowers. Make it a habit to clip a few flowers to bring that beautiful fragrance into your home. Prune only to shape after flowering ceases in the spring. Mulch root zone in harsher winter regions to protect them from frost heaving. Keep mulch back from around the stem.

Fool Proof Gardenia Spacing

Space your plants about 24 to 36 inches apart to give room for good air circulation. While these plants are relatively disease free, it is important to give them room to grow and help them dry off after a rain or a watering. Whether you plant this lovely fragrant perennial in a pollinator garden, a fragrance garden, or a cutting garden, or mass it out in your landscape for a fabulous border, you are going to enjoy the sights and scents that Foolproof Gardenia will bring to your garden this spring.

Fool Proof Gardenia Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10
Plant Type: Shrub
Sunlight Exposure: Full Sun
Mature Height: 3 - 4 Feet
Mature Width: 3 Feet
Plant Spacing: 3 Feet
Growth Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): White
Seasonal Interest: Spring through Fall
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Foliage Color(s): Green
Attracts: Birds, Butterflies
Resists: Disease, Pests
Tolerates: Heat
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Deadheading Not Necessary, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Continuous Blooming or Reblooming
Uses: Accent, Border, Container, Cut flowers, Low Hedge, Mass Planting, Poolside
Plant Brand: Southern Living
Botanical/Scientific Name: Gardenia hybrid 'Leesix' PP32472
SKU:
21392

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.