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Gardenia jasminoides
Flowering houseplantsMood Meter: Drama Queen
Also called: Cape Jasmine
Glossy dark opposite leaves on a woody shrub with highly fragrant waxy white flowers.
Growth habit: upright or shrubby.
Plant Mood Meter: Drama Queen
Gardenia is sensitive to weak light, dry air, root-zone swings, and abrupt environmental changes, especially while budding.
Care guide
Very bright indirect light with some gentle direct sun. Direct sun: Gentle direct sun is often beneficial after acclimation.
Water thoroughly when the upper portion begins to dry, adjusting for active growth and dormancy.
Airy, well-draining mix appropriate to the plant's growth type.
Average to moderate humidity is suitable unless otherwise noted.
No support needed unless the species naturally vines.
Problems Planticist can help with UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescenceLow-humidity stressPest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup
