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Gardenia ‘Swirl’ is a unique variegated gardenia featuring beautifully patterned green-and-cream foliage paired with richly fragrant white blooms. Its compact size and striking leaves make it a standout choice for decorative pots, borders, and feature plantings.
✔ Distinctive variegated foliage - Cream-swirled leaves add brightness and interest year-round.
✔ Fragrant white blooms - Produces classic gardenia-scented flowers through the warmer months.
✔ Compact, tidy shape - Maintains a neat, rounded form with minimal pruning.
✔ Evergreen beauty - Offers year-round colour and structure in the garden.
✔ Versatile and elegant - Perfect for pots, borders, or feature planting in semi-shade.
✅ Decorative container plant - Ideal for patios, balconies, and shaded courtyards.
✅ Feature shrub - Variegated foliage creates instant visual impact in garden beds.
✅ Low fragrant hedge - Works beautifully as a scented border when planted closely.
✅ Mixed foliage plantings - Pairs perfectly with deep-green shrubs and tropical foliage.
Spacing: Plant 50 to 70cm apart for a neat, compact hedge or a fuller variegated display. Closer spacing creates a denser, more striking border.
Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn.
Mulching & Fertilising: This plant thrives naturally and does not require mulching or fertiliser to stay healthy.
How big does Gardenia ‘Swirl’ grow?
It generally reaches 60 to 80cm tall and wide, forming a compact, rounded shrub.
Does the variegation stay bright?
Yes, the cream-and-green leaf pattern remains vibrant year-round, especially with good light.
Is it suitable for pots?
Absolutely, its compact size and decorative foliage make it ideal for containers.
What light does it prefer?
It thrives in part shade or morning sun with afternoon protection from harsh heat.
Is it easy to grow?
Yes, it is relatively low-maintenance when given consistent moisture and well-drained soil.
Don’t wait, secure your Gardenia ‘Swirl’ today and enjoy its stunning variegated foliage and beautiful fragrance!
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