Star Gardenia (Gardenia grandiflora 'Star')
Imagine stepping into your garden and being surrounded by the intoxicating scent of pure white gardenia blooms. The Star Gardenia is a long-flowering, evergreen beauty that fills your space with glossy green foliage and heavenly fragrant flowers. Perfect for pots, hedges, or feature planting, this low-maintenance stunner is a must-have!
π± Why Gardeners Love Star Gardenia
β Intensely Fragrant Flowers - Large, star-shaped white blooms with a rich, sweet scent.
β Long Blooming Season - Produces flowers from late spring through autumn.
β Compact & Perfect for Small Spaces - A tidy grower that thrives in gardens or pots.
β Evergreen Foliage - Glossy, deep green leaves provide year-round beauty.
β Low-Maintenance & Hardy - Thrives with minimal care in warm, humid climates.
π‘ How to Use Star Gardenia in Your Garden
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Hedging & Borders - Creates a beautifully scented, dense hedge.
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Pots & Courtyards - Thrives in containers, bringing fragrance to patios and balconies.
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Feature Plant - A stunning focal point with its elegant white flowers.
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Cut Flowers & Perfume Gardens - Bring the heavenly scent indoors with freshly cut blooms.
Easy Planting & Care Guide
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Spacing: Plant 50cm - 1m apart for a dense hedge or feature plant.
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Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best results in spring or autumn.
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Mulching & Fertilising: No additional mulching or fertiliser is needed, making this plant an easy-care option.
β FAQs About Star Gardenia
Does Star Gardenia need full sun?
It thrives in full sun to partial shade but prefers morning sun with afternoon protection.
How often does it flower?
Expect blooms from late spring through to autumn, with peak flowering in summer.
Is it frost-tolerant?
It prefers warm, humid climates but can handle light frosts once established.
Does it need regular pruning?
Light pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages more blooms.
Can it grow indoors?
Yes! It thrives in bright indoor spaces with good humidity, making it a perfect houseplant.
πΏ Ready to Fill Your Garden with Fragrance?
Donβt miss out on the heavenly scent and stunning white blooms of Star Gardenia! Order yours today and enjoy a lush, fragrant garden year-round!