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Taxonomy
Gardenia magnifica
Gardenia
Rubiaceae
Gentianales

How to care for Gardenia Magnifica

How often to water your Gardenia Magnifica

every 9
Gardenia Magnifica needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Miami, Florida.
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

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Miami, Florida
66% Medium

Finding light for Gardenia Magnifica in your home

a window
Gardenia Magnifica love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Gardenia Magnifica does not tolerate low light š«.
Miami, Florida currently has medium levels of sunlight intensity, you can help this plant grow by treating it to ample light āļø.

How to fertilize Gardenia Magnifica

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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Gardenia Magnifica after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Gardenia Magnifica 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.
Sunlight Needs
Gardenia Magnifica requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Gardenia Magnifica doesnāt 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.
Soil
Gardenia Magnifica 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!
Fertilizer
Gardenia Magnifica grows very slowly and doesnāt require added fertilizer. Replacing your plantās 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 Magnifica is native to Africa, Asia, and Oceania.
Care Summary for Gardenia Magnifica
Gardenia Magnifica
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Miami, Florida, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
