A small shrub that grows very well indoors. The Gardenia has magnificent fragrant flowers similar to jasmine. It blooms in spring, between May and September. A second flowering may occur in early winter. The flowers last a few weeks. To prevent early bud loss, it is recommended to provide high ambient humidity, bright light, and good fertilizer input. Also avoid drafts (radiator or air conditioning) and drastic temperature changes.
Warning! Risk of toxicity if ingested.
- Family: Rubiaceae.
- Origin: Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Oceania
- Watering:
- Allow the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings
- Prefers non-calcareous water
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Regularly mist the foliage
- Soil type: Rich and well-drained.
- Light: Moderate
- Orientation: East, west, or 1m from a south-facing window.
- Growth: Slow.
- Temperature:
- Between 16ᵒC and 20ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm and 15 cm.
Like nature, each plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
