Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba

Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba is a beautiful, evergreen shrub that produces intensely fragrant, double, white blooms from spring through autumn. The flowers contrast perfectly with the dark green, glossy foliage as it grows to 1.2 m tall and the same wide. Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba puts on the best displays when mass planted but is also effective for planting around outdoor living areas, adding to a mixed planting, maintaining in a container, or for including in a tropical or “white” garden.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Shrubs
Height:	1.20 m
Spread:	1.20 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer
Tolerances:
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical, White
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
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Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba hedge spacing

The optimum plant spacing for a Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba hedge is 40 cm between the plants. Spacing the plants out further will result in a wider hedge that takes longer to fill in. Be sure to use a stringline to get the line straight and start lightly trimming the sides once the plants show active growth. It makes a lovely hedge 80-100 cm tall. The best Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba hedges are achieved with trimming in spring and again in autumn.

What height does Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba grow to?

Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba grows to about 1.2 m tall and the same wide as a general rule. It tends to grow taller in partial shade conditions compared to when grown in full sun. Similarly, the size also depends on the level of trimming and how well the plant is cared for with regards to fertiliser and watering during dry periods.

What growing conditions are best for Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba?

Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba grows best in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. It is tolerant of light frost only and does require shelter from wind. A soil rich in organic matter that does not dry out during summer is ideal. Clay soil, heavy soils, or areas with wetness should be avoided as the plants will struggle and are likely to fail. Heavy shade positions should be avoided also. The goal is to ensure they receive good amounts of dappled sunlight or about 3-4 hours of direct sun per day.

Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba care

Gardenia Aimee Yoshiba can be susceptible to various problems if not cared for correctly. Gardenias are acid-loving plants and alkaline soils can lead to nutrient deficiencies, particularly iron chlorosis, which causes yellowing leaves. It is very important to make sure the soil is acidic, and to use acidic fertilisers. Both overwatering and underwatering can cause problems. Overwatering leads to root rot, while underwatering causes wilting and bud drop. They need consistent moisture, and a well-drained soil. Common pests include aphids, whiteflies, mealybugs, scale insects, and spider mites. Gardenias are susceptible to fungal diseases like powdery mildew, leaf spots, anthracnose, and sooty mould. Both the pests and diseases can easily be controlled with an appropriate agrichemical but only if levels start to impact the aesthetics and health of the plant.