Botanical Name: Common Names:
Gardenia augusta Magnifica Fragrant Gardenia,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Hedging / Screening, Shrubs Rounded
Description:
Gardenia Magnifica is known for its large and showy white flowers and captivating fragrance. This evergreen shrub features glossy, dark green leaves that provide an elegant backdrop for its stunning, white, rose-like flowers. The blossoms are notably larger than those of other gardenia varieties, reaching up to 10-12cm in diameter. Magnifica thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is a popular choice for gardens, borders, and as a fragrant cut flower. Grows approx 1.5m H x W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Cut Flower, Formal Garden, Fragrant Garden, Hedging / Screening, Mass Planting, Topiary / Espalier, Tropical Garden, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Scale, Thrips, Yellow Leaves
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Rubiaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Cream, White
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: No
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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