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Frostproof Gardenia

Frostproof Gardenia

$39.99

A wonderful flowering evergreen hedge or foundation plant for dappled sun or shade areas. Frostproof is a reblooming Gardenia with dark green foliage and large, fragrant, white flowers that measure two to three inches wide. Some Gardenia's have a smaller, rounder leaf but Frostproof has leaves that are more narrow and pointed - softer looking.

Growing Habit:

A more upright habit and more tolerant of direct sun exposure than other gardenias, with flower buds that resist late spring frosts without damage. Frostproof is zoned 7-11 and slowly reaches 5 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide. Gardenia's do not like to be significantly dry so we suggest watering when they are about 25% dry. Plant in well drained, rich soil and fertilize after blooming in the spring. Sometimes during late growing season, gardenia's can get several yellow leaves. A normal amount of shedding is reasonable - not to worry unless it becomes significant.

Care:

Gardenia's like moist, well drained soil but not soggy. Here in Chattanooga, our hardiness zone has been changed from 7 to 8 by the Dept of Agriculture but we should remain careful with Gardenias since they can get damaged by cold temperatures.

Toxicity:

Gardenia's are deer tolerant but also the flower contains toxins that cause gastrointestinal upset in many animals, including dogs, horses, and cats. The severity of the symptoms will depend on how much of the plant was consumed. If a cat has been exposed to the gardenia plant, he may begin to exhibit vomiting.


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4637 Dayton Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37415
(423) 870-5000
Store Hours: Mon - Sat 10 AM to 5 PM
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A wonderful flowering evergreen hedge or foundation plant for dappled sun or shade areas. Frostproof is a reblooming Gardenia with dark green foliage and large, fragrant, white flowers that measure two to three inches wide. Some Gardenia's have a smaller, rounder leaf but Frostproof has leaves that are more narrow and pointed - softer looking.

A more upright habit and more tolerant of direct sun exposure than other gardenias, with flower buds that resist late spring frosts without damage. Frostproof is zoned 7-11 and slowly reaches 5 ft. tall, 4 ft. wide. Gardenia's do not like to be significantly dry so we suggest watering when they are about 25% dry. Plant in well drained, rich soil and fertilize after blooming in the spring. Sometimes during late growing season, gardenia's can get several yellow leaves. A normal amount of shedding is reasonable - not to worry unless it becomes significant.

Gardenia's like moist, well drained soil but not soggy. Here in Chattanooga, our hardiness zone has been changed from 7 to 8 by the Dept of Agriculture but we should remain careful with Gardenias since they can get damaged by cold temperatures.

Gardenia's are deer tolerant but also the flower contains toxins that cause gastrointestinal upset in many animals, including dogs, horses, and cats. The severity of the symptoms will depend on how much of the plant was consumed. If a cat has been exposed to the gardenia plant, he may begin to exhibit vomiting.


Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 1 year warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.