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Gardenias need very high light for more than four hours daily to grow well and flower. Night temperatures must be between 40 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit to set buds. They grow best in acidic, evenly moist potting mix. Never let these plants dry to wilting; they will not recover.
- Do Gardenias grow well in Colorado?
- Do Gardenias need full sun or shade?
- Where do Gardenias grow best?
- Can gardenia plant survive winter?
Do Gardenias grow well in Colorado?
Look for the Gardenia jasminoides, the Veitchii cultivar, for best results in your Colorado home. The gardenia is a tropical, flowering shrub, native to Africa and China, with several species native to the Hawaiian islands.
Do Gardenias need full sun or shade?
Light: Gardenias can handle full sun, but need protection from baking midday or afternoon sun in higher growing zones. North and east-facing exposures are ideal because they will receive bright morning light and some midday light, but won't be in full sun all day or during the absolute heat of the day.
Where do Gardenias grow best?
Gardenias usually perform best in full sun but may appreciate shade during the hottest part of the day in the warmest parts of their hardiness range. They seem to grow best in humid areas and don't tolerate drought or arid conditions well.
Can gardenia plant survive winter?
Indoor Winter Care for Gardenias
In colder areas, plant gardenias in containers and provide winter care for gardenias indoors. ... Gardenias overwintered indoors need cool night temperatures of around 60 F. (16 C.). The shrub will survive warmer night temperatures but it may not flower well when you take it back outdoors.
