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Fool Proof™ Gardenia

Gardenia hybrid 'Leesix' PP32472

Creating fragrant gardens is simple with this compact, upright, easy-to-grow gardenia. Double, pure white, fragrant blooms emerge in late spring and rebloom through fall.

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Light Needs

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Full Sun to Part Shade

USDA Zones

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USDA Zones
7a - 10b

mature dimensions

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3–4′ high x 3′ wide
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More About Fool Proof™ Gardenia

Bloom/Feature

Compact, mounding, easy-to-grow gardenia with superior disease resistance; blooms emerge in late spring and rebloom through fall.

Evergreen or Deciduous?

Evergreen

Plant Hardiness

Hardy to 0°F to 10°F

Key Features

Aromatic, Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Compact Habit, Cut Flowers, Disease / Pest Resistance, Easy Care, Heat Tolerance, Longer Blooming, Reblooming, Returns Year After Year, Year-Round Interest

Flowering Season

Spring to Fall

Uses

Accent, Border, Container, Cut Flowers, Low Hedge, Mass Planting, Poolside

Water Needs

Medium

Fertilize

Yearly in spring

Pruning

After spring bloom

Planting Instructions

• Water before planting

• Plant in full sun to part shade

• Dig hole 2X the width of pot

• Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil

• Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed

• Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem

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