Searching for gardenia plants at Bunnings is a common first step for homeowners dreaming of fragrant, evergreen blooms in their New Zealand gardens. Gardenia plants are prized for their glossy green foliage and creamy white, highly scented flowers. While Bunnings is a popular retail option, did you know you can discover a wider range of gardenia varieties—and even plants more closely related to gardenias—right here at specialist nurseries? We offer healthy, robust gardenia plants ready to thrive in your local climate, along with expert advice on planting, care, and troubleshooting.

Gardenia 'Fragrant Star' is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its intensely perfumed, star-shaped white flowers and glossy green foliage. Blooming from late spring into summer, it adds elegance and scent to gardens. This variety thrives in full sun to part shade with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Ideal for borders, patio pots, or near entrances, 'Fragrant Star' is a low-maintenance plant that creates fragrant, eye-catching displays in both formal and tropical-style landscapes.
From $26.93

Gardenia 'Frostproof' is a hardy, evergreen shrub renowned for its fragrant white flowers and glossy, dark green foliage. Reaching around 90–120 cm tall and wide, it’s ideal for NZ gardeners in cooler regions, as it tolerates light frosts better than most gardenia varieties. Blooming from late spring through summer, it brings lasting scent and elegance to borders, pots, or hedges.
From $27.53
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