where to buy gardenias
If you’re searching for where to buy gardenias, you’re in the right place. Gardenias are cherished throughout New Zealand for their beautifully perfumed blooms, glossy evergreen foliage, and ability to add a touch of elegance to any garden or patio. Whether you’re looking to create a show-stopping hedge, want a fragrant potted plant near your entryway, or plan to add structure to your landscape, finding healthy, high-quality gardenias is essential for growing success. On this page, you'll discover the best options for buying gardenia plants, the top varieties available, and expert tips on choosing the perfect gardenia for your space.
Gardenia Florida
Gardenia florida is a compact, evergreen shrub renowned for its glossy, green foliage and richly fragrant, white blooms that appear from late spring to summer. Ideal for NZ gardens, it thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Perfect for borders, containers, or scented garden beds, Gardenia florida brings timeless beauty and perfume to outdoor spaces. With the proper care, it offers reliable flowering and lush, year-round greenery in a tidy form.
From $26.93
Gardenia Frostproof
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 $26.93
