Steady As She Goes Gardenia is an evergreen shrub that grows in an upright mound noted for its thick, glossy dark green leaves and continuous blooms of fragrant white double flowers from spring until frost. Prefers partial sun, acidic, and moist well-drained soils. Steady As She Goes has improved heat and cold tolerance.
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Height: |
3' - 5' |
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Spread: |
4' - 7’ |
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Spacing: |
6' |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: High Maintenance. Water regularly, do not let the soil dry out. Fertilize in spring or summer to encourage bloom, but do not fertilize in fall- it will encourage tender growth. Mulch planted area. Prune after flowering. Drip irrigation will help prevent leaf spot. Insects can be a serious problem, as well as powdery mildew, dieback, and sooty mold.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, Containers, Foundation Plantings.
COMPANION PLANTS: Hydrangea, Coral Bells, Agapanthus
IMAGES: Photo by Proven Winners, Steady as She Goes® Gardenia
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
