Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty'
August Beauty has dense upright stems that form a rounded shrub. It has lustrous rich green leaves. Abundant fragrant, velvety white double blooms from May through November.
This evergreen shrub prefers shade and protection from winter extremes. Ideally plant Westward facing area. Avoid Eastern Exposure. Gardenias do not like Morning Winter Sun
Photo courtesy of Toms Creek Nursery in Denton, NC 336-857-2131 (We caught these photos towards the end of the bloom cycle - Those gardenias were covered in perfuse blooms, very pretty)
| Ornamental Characteristics |
| Category |
Flowering Shrub |
| Foliage Type |
Evergreen |
| Height |
4' - 6' |
| Spread |
2' - 4' |
| Shape |
Upright & Rounded |
| Primary Foliage Color |
(Glossy) Dark Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color |
(Glossy) Dark Green |
| Flowering Season |
Summer |
| Flower Color |
White |
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| Environmental Characteristics |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Sun Preferences |
Sun to part shade
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| Water Preferences |
Moist (not wet): Prepare planting area for adequate drainage.
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| Cold Hardiness Zone |
7b to 10 |
