Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Radicans Gardenia or Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans' features fragrant double blooms on a dwarf, spreading form. The pure white, waxy flowers are about 1-2 inches wide and have a captivating, citrusy fragrance. The blooms start in late spring and continue throughout summer. This evergreen shrub stays under 2 feet tall and is ideal for containers. It also works well as a fragrant ground cover in mass plantings.
Radicans Gardenia Care
Radicans Gardenia requires partial shade to full sun. Plant it where it will receive at least 4 hours of direct sunlight with protection from hot afternoon sun, especially in warm climates. This shrub absolutely requires well-draining, acidic soil. Gardeners in areas with heavy clay or alkaline soil may want to plant this shrub in a container to ensure its longevity.
Fertilize yearly with a fertilizer for acid-loving plants. Prune to remove spent blooms after flowering. Water consistently for the first few growing seasons to establish a sturdy root system. Once established, Radicans, though generally drought and heat tolerant, will benefit from watering during periods of drought or high heat.
Radicans Gardenia Spacing
This prostrate shrub has a tendency to spread and should be spaced at least 2 feet apart, as measured from the center of each plant. This spacing will result in a dense ground cover effect. For a more defined shrub shape, space each plant 4 feet apart. Grow one plant in a 15-inch container for the first season.
Radicans Gardenia Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 7 to 11 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Shade to Full Sun (4+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 2 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 3-4 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Spreading
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , White
- Flower Description
- White
- Bloom Time
- Late Spring to Early Summer
- Blooms On
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Both New and Old Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Lightly, right after the first flush of flowers
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering, Winter Interest, 3 Season Interest, 4 Season Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Miniature Gardenia
- Also Known As
- Miniature Gardenia
- Botanical Name
- Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans'
- Brand
- Plant Addicts
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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.
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known 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
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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