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gardenia indoor plant

Discover the elegant beauty of the gardenia indoor plant, a beloved choice for anyone looking to add a touch of sophistication and luscious fragrance to their home. Known for their creamy white blossoms and glossy green leaves, gardenias make striking additions to any living space. With the right care and environment, these gorgeous plants will reward you with a profusion of fragrant blooms and a lush, healthy appearance year-round.

Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured leaves and grows compactly to about 50 cm tall and 40 cm wide. Stromanthe Triostar makes for a wonderful office and house plant and is great for bringing colour and joy to a space.

Buy Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

From $32.33

Suited to regions: Subtropical

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 50 cm

Spread: 40 cm

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical

Sansevieria trifasciata 'Laurentii' growing in a pot.

Sansevieria 'Laurentii' (Mother In Laws Tongue)

The Sansevieria Laurentii plant, commonly known as the Mother in Law Tongue, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves that are green-grey with yellow edges. The spear shaped leaves arise from the base of this clump growing plant. It grows slowly to eventually reach 1 m tall and 50 cm wide but often grows to about 45 cm tall and 20 cm wide in a container. The Sansevieria Laurentii plant makes for a fabulous indoor plant and is well suited to providing colour to offices and foyers. It can be grown outdoors in warmer climates and suits Mediterranean themed gardens.

Buy Sansevieria 'Laurentii' (Mother In Laws Tongue)

From $37.73

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Indoor Plants

Height: 45 cm

Spread: 20 cm

Flowering time: Spring

Tolerances: Extended dry periods, Hardy

Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas

Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Mediterranean, Modern

Why Choose a Gardenia Indoor Plant?

A gardenia indoor plant brings timeless charm and a sweet, evocative scent to your interiors. While gardenias are famous for their outdoor garden displays in New Zealand, growing them indoors allows you to enjoy their beauty and fragrance long after garden beds fade for the season. Their rich perfume fills the air, making gardenias ideal for living rooms, bedrooms, and office spaces where you want to add a sense of calm and luxury.

Care Tips for Success

To successfully grow a gardenia indoor plant, focus on replicating its native subtropical conditions as closely as possible. Gardenias thrive with bright, indirect light. Place yours near an east-facing window or somewhere it will receive filtered sunlight but avoid harsh midday rays that can scorch the leaves.

Humidity is crucial—gardenias love moist air, so regular misting or placing your plant on a pebble tray can work wonders. Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) and ensure it's well-drained. Use a potting mix rich in organic material for best results. Finally, gardenias prefer slightly acidic soil, so consider a fertilizer formulated for acid-loving plants.

Common Questions About Gardenia Indoor Plants

Are gardenia indoor plants hard to look after?
With the right attention to humidity, watering, and light, gardenias are manageable. They can be more demanding than your average houseplant, but experienced and attentive indoor gardeners will be rewarded with stunning flowers and scent.

Do gardenia indoor plants purify the air?
Yes, while all green plants help improve indoor air quality, gardenias are particularly efficient at removing toxins. For more air-purifying plant options, you might also enjoy Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant) or Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant).

Styling With Indoor Gardenias

Gardenia indoor plants pair beautifully with other statement foliage. Create a vibrant, layered look by combining them with the colourful leaves of the Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) or the uniquely textured Chlorophytum Curly (Curly Spider Plant). Their classic white flowers also contrast elegantly with the golden accents of the Chlorophytum Golden Glow (Chlorophytum comosum Spider Plant).

Bring the Sweet Scent of Gardenias Home

A gardenia indoor plant is an investment in year-round beauty, pure air, and that unforgettable signature scent. With the right balance of care and a little patience, you’ll soon be rewarded with a lush, blooming centrepiece for your indoor garden. If you’re looking to diversify your collection, explore our range of unique indoor plants to complement your gardenia’s natural elegance.

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Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.