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Can I Plant My Gardenia Bush in Full Shade?
Can I Plant My Gardenia Bush in Full Shade?. The gardenia bush sports waxy evergreen leaves and robust springtime blossoms. It is sensitive to the temperature, though, and typically only grows in a narrow swath of the southern and western United States. It is also finicky about sunlight.
The gardenia bush sports waxy evergreen leaves and robust springtime blossoms. It is sensitive to the temperature, though, and typically only grows in a narrow swath of the southern and western United States. It is also finicky about sunlight.
In Full Shade
Under ideal conditions, a gardenia can grow in full shade in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 10, but it prospers best in partial shade. If possible, plant it where it receives abundant morning light and afternoon shade. The eastern side of your home is perfect for this.
Blossoms
Although a gardenia in full shade will still blossom, its flowers will be smaller and more sparse. If you simply intend to use the gardenia as a screen, then this might not be something to worry about. If, however, you want to get the best blossoms, consider planting it elsewhere.
Winter Care
In zones 8 through 10 the gardenia will survive mild winters on its own. Farther north, you will need to carefully monitor the temperature, especially if it's planted in full shade. When temperatures drop below 15 degrees Fahrenheit, cover the plant and keep it covered until temperatures rise again. Larger cultivars are generally more cold-hardy than dwarf or young specimens.
