GARDENIA TAITENSIS
Tahitian Gardenia, Tiare

This is our most popular and sought after Gardenia. It is the national flower of Tahiti. The glossy foliage can grow to a nice spread, however it can be trimmed for size control. Gardenia taitensis thrives on warm temperatures and full sun outdoors. The ideal temperature is above 50°F at all times and I would avoid freezing temperatures. Will grow great in pots. Flowers smell like heaven.

FAMILY : Rubiaceae
ORIGIN : Tahiti
TYPE/USES : shrub
SIZE : getting to be a large shrub 6' - 8' on average, but can be kept trimmed
GROWTH RATE : average
LIGHT : full to partial sun
WATER : average
MIN. TEMP. : avoid freezing temperatures, best to keep above low 50's
FLOWER : warmer months of the year