Gardenia augusta Four Seasons

Common Name: Four Seasons Gardenia

Description:
Gardenia augusta 'Four Seasons' is a highly fragrant, evergreen shrub prized for its ability to bloom multiple times throughout the year, particularly from spring to autumn. This compact variety features beautifully scented, creamy white, rose-like flowers that contrast against its glossy dark green foliage. As the blooms age, they fade to soft ivory, extending the visual appeal. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, 'Four Seasons' prefers a warm, sheltered position with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is perfect for hedging, borders, feature planting, or container gardening near patios, pathways, and entrances where its exquisite fragrance can be fully enjoyed. With regular feeding and pruning, this low-maintenance shrub provides continuous beauty and scent.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 0.8 - 1.2m
• Width: 0.8 - 1m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers All Year Round (Peak in Spring, Summer, and Autumn)

Flower Colour:

• Creamy White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Scented Flowers
• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Feature Planting
• Bee Attracting
• Frost Tolerant (with protection from heavy frost)
• Low Maintenance (with regular feeding and pruning)

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Camellia sasanqua (Sasanqua Camellia)
• Azalea indica (Azalea)
• Rhododendron species
• Liriope muscari (Lilyturf)
• Hydrangea macrophylla (Hydrangea)