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Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

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About Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Gardenia jasminoides 'Florida'

Genus

Gardenia

Family

Rubiaceae

Order

Gentianales

Also known as

Gardenia Florida and Gardenia augusta 'Florida

How to care for Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

💦 Water

How often to water your Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Gardenia augusta 'Florida' in your home

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Gardenia augusta 'Florida' in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Gardenia augusta 'Florida': repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gardenia augusta 'Florida' after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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Gardenia augusta 'Florida' Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

💨 Humidity

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

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🪴 Soil

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Gardenia augusta 'Florida' →

💩 Fertilizer

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

🌎 Native Region

Gardenia augusta 'Florida' is native to Africa, Asia, and Oceania.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Care Summary for Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

Gardenia augusta 'Florida'

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

@Lou

5 Plants

61 XP

08/27/2021

Gardenia is a super sensitive plant.
Mites gather easily, need to be sprayed with water and soap often.
I love the smell but hard to raise a gardenia.