🍀 Sweet Tea Gardenia s Key Characteristics 

The Sweet Tea Gardenia is a charming evergreen shrub cherished for its intoxicating fragrance and exquisite blooms. This compact shrub delights with glossy, dark green foliage and creamy white flowers that emit a sweet aroma, enchanting both gardeners and passersby alike. Perfect for containers, borders, or as a focal point, this versatile plant brings year-round beauty to gardens in USDA Zones 7 to 10.

🌳 Origin, Growing Conditions, and Optimal Habitat For Sweet Tea Gardenia

The Sweet Tea Gardenia, scientifically known as Gardenia jasminoides Sweet Tea , is a cultivar prized for its robust growth and prolific flowering. Originating from Asia, this cultivar thrives in temperate climates with mild winters and warm summers. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil enriched with organic matter and thrives in partial shade to full sun, although it benefits from protection against intense afternoon sun in hotter regions.

More details about Sweet Tea Gardenia : 

Parameter		Details
Family		Rubiaceae (Coffee Family)
Growth Habit		Evergreen shrub
Height		Typically 3 to 4 feet tall with a similar spread
Lifespan		10 to 15 years with proper care
Hardiness Zones		USDA Zones 7 to 10
Temperature (F)		Prefers temperatures above freezing but can tolerate cold
pH Range		Acidic soil (pH 5.0 to 6.0)
Sun Exposure		Partial shade to full sun
Watering Needs		Regular watering, particularly during dry spells
Pruning Requirements		Minimal pruning required, primarily for shaping
Flowering Season		Late spring to summer
Flower Color		Creamy white
Leaf Color		Glossy, dark green foliage
Special Features		Fragrant blooms, glossy foliage, compact growth habit

 

How the Plant is Shipped? (Click Here)
THE PLANT IS SHIPPED IN ITS POT, FIRMLY SECURED WITH TAPE, THEREBY AVOIDING ANY SHUFFLING AND MOVING DURING TRANSIT. THE PLANT REACHES YOU WITH MINIMAL DAMAGE-VERY SAFE AND SECURE-WE HAVE BEEN SHIPPING PLANTS LIKE THIS FOR SEVERAL YEARS (Plants maybe shipped in smaller pots for ease of shipping) CANNOT SHIP TO CA Please contact us within 7 – 10 days in case of any problems with your plant. shipping for orders received from California might be delayed, and cant ship any 3 gallon plants to California. The plants maybe shipped in smaller pots plastic bags for the safety of the plants Most plants go dormant in Fall and winter and will loose most of their leaves- looking dead and dry- VERY NORMAL. They will flush out in spring


✨Care and Maintenance of Sweet Tea Gardenia

The Sweet Tea Gardenia is remarkably easy to care for.  Follow these tips to ensure its continued health:

• Watering: Water regularly during dry spells, especially in the first year for root establishment. Mature trees are relatively drought tolerant.

• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-draining soil.

• Sunlight: Plant in full sun to partial shade.

• Pruning: Prune as needed to shape and control size, primarily in late winter or early spring.

• Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer for evergreens in early spring.

• Mulching: Spread mulch around the base to retain moisture, suppress weeds, and protect the roots.

• 💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) 

  1. How fragrant are the blooms of Sweet Tea Gardenia?
     The blooms of Sweet Tea Gardenia are highly fragrant, emitting a sweet and intoxicating scent that fills the air, especially in the evening.
     

  3. Can Sweet Tea Gardenia tolerate cold temperatures?
     While Sweet Tea Gardenia prefers warmer climates, it can tolerate brief periods of cold temperatures, particularly if provided with protection from frost and freezing winds.
     

  5. Is Sweet Tea Gardenia suitable for container planting?
     Yes, Sweet Tea Gardenia s compact size and ornamental qualities make it an excellent choice for container planting, allowing you to enjoy its beauty and fragrance on patios, balconies, or in small gardens.

  6. Average Sweet Tea Gardenia Tree Growing Zones:

     
     
     Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves – looking dead and dry – very normal. They will flush out in spring. We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.

Size	2 Gallon, 3 Gallon
Type	Potted
Multipack	Single Plant, Set of 2 Plants