This 1-gallon Crown Jewel Gardenia is a cross between Chuck Hayes and Kleim's Hardy, grown in cold-hardy zones. Blooms twice a year, with fragrant double flowers.
Crown Jewel Gardenia
The Crown Jewel Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides 'Crown Jewel') is a dwarf, evergreen shrub with glossy green foliage and fragrant white flowers. It is a relatively new cultivar, introduced in 1995.
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The Crown Jewel Gardenia grows to a height of 2-3 feet and a width of 3-4 feet. It has a compact, bushy habit. The leaves are dark green and shiny. The flowers are white and double, with a strong, sweet fragrance. The flowers bloom in clusters from spring to fall.
The Crown Jewel Gardenia is a relatively low-maintenance plant, but it does require some regular watering and fertilizing. It is also important to deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming.
The Crown Jewel Gardenia is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of garden settings. It is a great choice for beds, borders, flowering hedges, or containers. It can also be used as a houseplant.
Here are some tips for caring for the Crown Jewel Gardenia:
- Plant in full sun or partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
- Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
- Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming.
- Mulch around the plant to help retain moisture and keep the roots cool.
- Inspect the plant regularly for pests and diseases. If you find any problems, treat them immediately.
With proper care, the Crown Jewel Gardenia will thrive for many years and provide you with beautiful blooms and a sweet fragrance all season long.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 6-10 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 4-6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full-Partial |
| Mature Width: | 3-4 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
