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Veitchii
Evergreen shrub
At‑a‑glance
- Group/Class: Evergreen shrub
- Height × spread: 3 to 6 ft × 3 to 4 ft (0.9 to 1.8 m × 0.9 to 1.2 m)
- Bloom window: spring to fall in warm climates
- Color & flower form: white; double; 2 to 3 in across
- Fragrance: 3 strong
- USDA hardiness: zones 8 to 11 (varies by site)
- Breeder / Year / Origin: unknown
- Cut‑flower notes: Typical vase life is 2 to 4 days; cut early and keep cool for best results.
- Pet safety: avoid
How it differs
- Longer bloom season than many cultivars.
- Smaller double flowers produced in large numbers.
- Compact size for containers and entries.
Strengths
- Extended flowering in warm seasons.
- Fragrance suited to patios and doors.
- Performs well in containers with acidic media.
Care in one minute
Place in bright light with protection from hot afternoon sun.
Use acidic, well‑drained soil; mulch to moderate moisture.
Keep soil evenly moist; avoid drought and waterlogging.
Fertilize lightly in spring and mid‑season with acid‑forming fertilizer.
Snip off spent blooms and prune after heavy flushes.
Move containers indoors before frost in cool regions.
Watch‑outs
- Leaves may yellow in alkaline or poorly drained soils.
- Sporadic pest issues including whiteflies and scale.
- Not hardy in cold winters; protect in marginal zones.
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Provenance note
Clemson notes ‘Veitchii’ as an older cultivar with a long bloom period; UH CTAHR describes it as a compact, prolific bloomer.
References
- Clemson Cooperative Extension HGIC 1065: Gardenia
- University of Hawai‘i CTAHR. Common Gardenia (OF-32)
- ASPCA. Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants: Gardenia jasminoides
