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Gardenia augusta 'Professor Pucci'
Bushy shrub with bright green glossy leaves on strong upright branches. In the warm months it is covered with richly fragrant ivory cream flowers. It grows best in rich well composted acidic soil. Keep well fed and watered, protect from frost. Trim to maintain shape.
Genus
Gardenia
Species
augusta
Cultivar
'Professor Pucci'
Common name
Gardenia
Family name
Rubiaceae
Place of origin
East Asia
DETAILS
Height
1 m
Width
1 m
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Prefers good loamy soil
Moisture
Prefers even soil moisture
Exposure
Avoid frosty sites / Must be sheltered from wind.
Flowering shrub
Shrubs
Category
Large, over 3 metres.
Availability
We have this currently available in a POT 3.5 container.
Ask for it at your retailer.
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