Gardenia Augusta

What are the garden uses for Gardenia augusta in NZ?

Gardenia augusta is a much-loved shrub that is perfect for creating garden appeal. It can be clipped into a hedge, included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas, included in tropical or “white” gardens, or maintained in a container. It is a great complement to a modern or cottage garden, bringing fragrance and elegance to a space. It is the gorgeous foliage and flowers that makes this Gardenia an excellent choice for a NZ garden.

Gardenia augusta hedge spacing

The optimum plant spacing for a Gardenia augusta 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 about 80 cm tall. The best Gardenia augusta hedges are achieved with trimming in spring and again in autumn.

What height does Gardenia augusta grow to?

Gardenia augusta grows to about 1 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.

Gardenia augusta for sale

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