| Remarks:- Gardenia jasminodes is commonly cultivated as a
low growing bush or an indoor plant, it may grow up to 1.5m
Cultivation:- This plant needs a constant good light source to provide
and produce many flowers. Bud drop is a common problem with this plant, it is
usually occurs when plant isn't provided with enough light or a poor draining
media is used. Flowers open white and fade to a creamy yellow over several days.
Flower are highly scented which has given rise to it's popularity as an indoor
plant. Plant needs a well drained media that retains some moisture. Use a media
with a slightly lower than normal ph level about 5 to 5,5 is good. Plant grows
best at tempertures between 15C and 21C
Propagation:- Seed can be sown at any time of the year as long as the
temperature is around 15-20°C. Tips cutting are best taken in spring or autumn
Potential Problems:- Aphids, Melybug and thrips are common pest to
this plant, if the plant is well cared for, these usually are avoided. White Oil
can be used to prevent these pest if you have had them in the past.
Author: D.
& C. Hughes
http://www.plantfacts.com/Family/Rubiaceae/Gardenia.jasminodes.shtml
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