How to Care for Gardenia jasminoides 'Fortuniana' (Cape Jasmine)

Korean name: 치자 (겹)

Gardenia jasminoides 'Fortuniana' is an evergreen shrub with glossy dark green leaves and fragrant white double flowers. It is popular as an ornamental garden plant and prefers bright indirect light. It is relatively easy to care for with moderate watering needs.

Key facts

• Category: Garden tree & shrub
• Family: Rubiaceae
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Southern China
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.
• Flower meaning: Purity, joy of love
• Traits: fragrant, ornamental, double flowers, evergreen
• Also known as: Gardenia jasminoides, Gardenia, Cape Jasmine

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Use well-drained, rich soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Gardenia jasminoides 'Fortuniana'?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Gardenia jasminoides 'Fortuniana'?

It likes Prefers bright, indirect light.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Use well-drained, rich soil..

Is Gardenia jasminoides 'Fortuniana' safe around pets?

Toxic, so keep it well away from pets and children.

Is Gardenia jasminoides 'Fortuniana' good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during growing season..