Gardenia augusta Fragrant Star

Common Name: Fragrant Star Gardenia

Description:
Gardenia augusta 'Fragrant Star' is an elegant, evergreen shrub renowned for its highly perfumed, star-shaped white flowers and lush, glossy green foliage. Blooming from late spring through summer, its beautifully fragrant flowers stand out against the dense foliage, making it a perfect choice for sensory gardens. The blooms mature to a soft ivory, extending their visual appeal. Thriving in Melbourne’s climate, 'Fragrant Star' prefers a warm, sheltered position with well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It is an excellent option for feature planting, hedging, borders, or container gardening near patios and pathways where its delightful fragrance can be enjoyed. Regular feeding and pruning encourage healthy growth and repeat flowering.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: 1 - 1.5m
• Width: 1 - 1.2m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pure 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)