Gardenia augusta 'Variegata' /Variegated Gardenia

Striking variegated foliage
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Striking variegated foliage	Specimen shrub	Close-up of variegated foliage
Variegated foliage	Close-up of foliage	Young shrub


Scientific Name:	Gardenia augusta 'Variegata'
Common Name:	Variegated Gardenia
Plant Type:	Evergreen
Leaf Type:	Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:	8, 9, 10, 11 Determine Your Zone
Height:	5-8 feet
Spread:	3 -5 feet
Bloom time:	Summer
Flower color:	White
Light Exposure:	Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:	Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:	Slow
Water Requirement:	Medium
Maintenance Level:	Medium
Susceptible to insects and diseases:	Yes

Comments:	Creamy white, fragrant flowers in summer and varaiegateed foliage year round are two desirable attributes of this selection. May be used as a specimen or accent plant and is good as a container plant where not hardy out doors. It is susceptible to aphids, whitefly and sooty mold.