Dwarf Gardenia (White Double Blooms, 1-2 ft Tall)
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Type: Evergreen shrub
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Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall × 2–3 ft wide
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Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10
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Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
- Aka: Dwarf Radicans Gardenia
✨ Key Features
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Compact, low-growing variety with a mounding or spreading form.
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Produces fragrant, creamy-white double flowers in late spring to early summer.
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Glossy dark green foliage provides year-round interest.
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Ideal for groundcover, borders, edging, or container planting.
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Excellent for adding fragrance to patios, walkways, or entryways.
🌱 Care Instructions
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Soil: Prefers acidic, well-drained, moist soil enriched with organic matter.
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Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy. Do not let the plant dry out.
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Fertilizer: Apply an acid-loving plant fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.
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Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape.
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Mulching: Helps retain moisture and protect roots in cooler climates.
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Winter Care: In colder zones, provide protection from frost.
🪴 Landscape Uses
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Groundcover in garden beds
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Along walkways or front borders
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Foundation plantings
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Containers and hanging planters
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Accent plant for fragrance gardens