{"product_id":"gardenia","title":"Gardenia","description":"\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: -8px 0px 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' class=\"OZ9ddf WAUd4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' class=\"nk9vdc GYaNDc\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" class=\"Fzsovc\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' class=\"nk9vdc fQ3B4e\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' class=\"cIcqpf\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4QztELegQIHhAH\" id=\"atritem-_5jUnar-xDqi9p84PpN2BcQ_114\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' role=\"button\" aria-label=\"About this result\" class=\"Mtffrd\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 1px 0px 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' class=\"sLjcad z1asCe SaPW2b\"\u003e\u003csvg viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 8c1.1 0 2-.9 2-2s-.9-2-2-2-2 .9-2 2 .9 2 2 2zm0 2c-1.1 0-2 .9-2 2s.9 2 2 2 2-.9 2-2-.9-2-2-2zm0 6c-1.1 0-2 .9-2 2s.9 2 2 2 2-.9 2-2-.9-2-2-2z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Q2b4KegQIHhAI\" data-hveid=\"CB4QCA\" data-ve-view=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(31, 31, 31);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Q274KegQIHhAJ\" class=\"Pqkn2e\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' class=\"jloFI GkDqAd rJweXb\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);'\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAkQAg\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-subtree=\"aimfl,mfl\"\u003eGardenias are notoriously finicky plants famous for their fragrant white blooms and glossy foliage. To keep them thriving, they require four strict conditions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8QuJAPegoIAggACAAICRAD\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"FOdVY_8\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"HxTRcb\"\u003ebright morning sun with afternoon shade, consistently moist (but not waterlogged) acidic soil, high humidity, and a specific temperature drop at night to encourage budding\u003c\/mark\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petittigardencenter.com\/gardenia-care\/\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e1. Essential Growing Conditions\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAICRAK\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAkQCw\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Place your gardenias in a spot that gets about 4–6 hours of bright, indirect light or morning sun. Protect them from harsh afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves and cause the buds to drop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petittigardencenter.com\/gardenia-care\/\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAkQEA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardenias are sensitive to temperature changes. They thrive in the 65°F to 70°F range during the day, with a cooler 60°F to 65°F at night.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAkQFQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e They need tropical humidity levels of around 60%. If growing indoors or in arid climates (like Southern California), place the pot on a pebble tray filled with water or use a humidifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qFkE14zVWPA\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagobotanic.org\/plant-information\/gardenia-care\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petittigardencenter.com\/gardenia-care\/\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGRAA\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e2. Soil and Fertilizer\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGRAD\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBkQBA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardenias require a rich, well-draining soil with an acidic pH between 5.0 and 6.5. Use potting mixes designed for acid-loving plants (like azaleas) to prevent nutrient deficiencies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bouqs.com\/blog\/gardenia-plant-care\/\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBkQCQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed them every 3–4 weeks during the active growing season (spring and summer) using an acidic, slow-release fertilizer or a liquid feed made for acid-loving plants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGRAO\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e3. Watering\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGRAR\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBkQEg\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eMoisture Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soil must be kept consistently moist but never soggy. Water thoroughly as soon as the top inch of the soil feels dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/libguides.nybg.org\/Gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bouqs.com\/blog\/gardenia-plant-care\/\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBkQFw\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eWater Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you live in an area with hard water, consider using filtered, distilled, or collected rainwater, as heavy minerals can alter the soil's pH over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/libguides.nybg.org\/Gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGRAc\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e4. Pruning and Maintenance\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwigz-qYo_uUAxVa6ckDHZDeCD8Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIGRAf\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBkQIA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eWhen to Prune:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune your gardenia immediately after the main spring blooming phase ends. Avoid pruning in late summer or fall, as you risk accidentally cutting off next year's flower buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/southernlivingplants.com\/planting-care\/gardenia-frequently-asked-questions\/\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACBkQJQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eGardenias are famous for their intoxicating fragrance and glossy green leaves, but they are notoriously finicky plants. To thrive, they require a precise balance: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 500; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4QuJAPegoIAggACAAIBhAF\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-wiz-uids=\"aGFqKe_c\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"HxTRcb\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003econsistently moist (but not soggy) acidic soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, high humidity, and plenty of morning sun\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Sudden environmental changes (like drafts or temperature swings) often cause flower buds to drop prematurely.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petittigardencenter.com\/gardenia-care\/\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qFkE14zVWPA\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bouqs.com\/blog\/gardenia-plant-care\/\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/libguides.nybg.org\/Gardenia\"\u003e5\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Q7uAMegQIHhAK\" data-hveid=\"CB4QCg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; 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font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003eKey Care Requirements\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIBhAM\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e1. Light \u0026amp; Temperature\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIBhAP\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAYQEA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardenias need bright, indirect light or 4 to 6 hours of morning sun. Protect them from intense afternoon sun, which can scorch the leaves and buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petittigardencenter.com\/gardenia-care\/\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACAYQFQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e They thrive in warm daytime temperatures (around 65°F to 75°F) with a 10°F drop at night. In colder regions (USDA Zones below 7-9), grow them in containers so you can move them indoors before the first frost\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chicagobotanic.org\/plant-information\/gardenia-care\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/libguides.nybg.org\/Gardenia\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.petittigardencenter.com\/gardenia-care\/\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIHxAA\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e2. Soil \u0026amp; Fertilizer\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIHxAD\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACB8QBA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e They require acidic, organically rich, and well-draining soil with a pH between 5.0 and 6.5. Amend heavy soils with compost or pine bark for better drainage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACB8QCQ\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardenias are heavy feeders. Use an \u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eacid-forming fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e (like those formulated for azaleas or camellias) every 3-4 weeks during the spring and summer growing seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=eSTkTISMXEI\u0026amp;t=5\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardenia.net\/guide\/learn-how-to-grow-and-care-for-your-gardenia\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Fsg96\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIHxAO\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 20px; font-weight: 600; margin: 24px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(0, 29, 53);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" class=\"otQkpb\"\u003e3. Watering \u0026amp; Humidity\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-ved=\"2ahUKEwi_vMHxzPiUAxWo3skDHaRuIA4Qi4wTegoIAggACAAIHxAR\" class=\"\" data-bfc=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 12px 0px 16px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACB8QEg\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the soil evenly moist but never waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 1 to 2 inches of soil feel dry. Inconsistent watering is a primary cause of yellowing leaves and dropped buds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e[\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=bNLpLAmkrcI\u0026amp;vl=en\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qFkE14zVWPA\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bouqs.com\/blog\/gardenia-plant-care\/\"\u003e4\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px 0px 12px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-hveid=\"CAIIAAgACB8QGA\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"Z1qcYe\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", \"Helvetica Neue\", sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 600; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);' data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gardenias require high humidity (around 50-60%). If keeping them indoors, place the pot on a tray of water-filled pebbles or use a humidifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e [\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=qFkE14zVWPA\"\u003e1\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.monrovia.com\/be-inspired\/how-to-grow-and-care-for-gardenia.html\"\u003e2\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/libguides.nybg.org\/Gardenia\"\u003e3\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"JoJo’s Landscape Supply \u0026 More","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45681407426643,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0719\/4607\/6243\/files\/IMG_2935.jpg?v=1780954655","url":"https:\/\/jojos-landscape-supply-more.myshopify.com\/products\/gardenia","provider":"JoJo’s Landscape Supply \u0026 More","version":"1.0","type":"link"}