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Gardenia jasminoides Pinwheel ('Piiga-I')

Cape jasmine [Pinwheel]

A bushy, evergreen shrub to 1m tall, with glossy dark green leaves. Throughout summer it produces intensely fragrant white flowers

Synonyms
Gardenia augusta 'Piiga-I'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained
pH
Acid, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer White Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Partial shade
Aspect

East–facing or South–facing or West–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H3
Botanical details
Family
Rubiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Gardenia are bushy evergreen shrubs or trees, with attractive glossy leaves and large, fragrant white funnel- or bowl-shaped flowers with from 5 to 11 lobes

Name status

Trade

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in neutral to acidic, humus-rich soil in a bright position with shade from hot sun. In areas with harsh winters, grow in containers of ericaceous compost so that the pots can be moved under glass during cold snaps

Propagation

Propagate by greenwood cuttings in early summer or semi-ripe cuttings in late summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Patio and container plants
  • Sub-tropical
  • Conservatory and greenhouse
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

See pruning group 9

Pests

May be susceptible to glasshouse whitefly and mealybugs

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds

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