How tall does a radican gardenia get?

1 to 2 feet tall
These stunning white blooms pop over the shiny evergreen foliage. The Gardenia Radicans is an absolute beauty and a perfect compact size, only growing 1 to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide.

Where should you not plant gardenias?

Gardenias prefer acidic soil with a pH between 5.0 and 6.0. Avoid planting gardenias near a concrete wall or foundation where the pH may be too high for an optimum growth. Gardenias like soil that is rich in nutrients.

How fast do Gardenia radicans grow?

Gardenia Radicans blooms in Summer and grows relatively fast. It spreads to roughly 1 to 1.5m wide and will not get taller than 50cms. Rock Gardenia can handle both full sunlight and partial shade but needs a sheltered position to thrive. Prefers well drained soil.

How much sun do Gardenia radicans need?

Further south, where it’s hotter, your ‘Radicans’ will prefer dappled shade to partial shade with no more than 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. In the warmest climates, aim for full sun only in the morning or evening and shade during midday. This gardenia cultivar prefers moderate humidity.

Do gardenias do better in pots or in the ground?

Gardenia plants growing in pots appreciate a moist but well-drained soil. Constantly soggy soil can and often will cause root rot or other harmful or deadly plant diseases. Therefore, choose a pot with a drainage hole(s) and use a good potting soil, or potting mix, or a 50/50 mix thereof. Avoid the use of native soil.

What pairs well with gardenias?

Companion Planting With Gardenias

  • Trees: Look for color and texture to contrast with the gardenia’s foliage and blooms — crepe myrtle, dogwood, and Japanese maple are prime examples.
  • Shrubs: Flowering shrubs like camelias, rhododendrons, and azaleas blend beautifully with gardenias.

Do gardenias like sun or shade?

Gardenias perform best when they receive intense morning light and shade from the hot afternoon sun. Sun exposure is necessary for proper flower bud development – with too little sun plants will produce leggy growth and few flowers. On the other hand, too much sun can cause blooms to fade quickly.

How do you care for a radican?

The Anthurium Radicans need about 70-85% light. Place your Radicans in a spot with filtered, indirect sunlight. A light that is too direct will most likely scorch the leaves and flowers of the plant. During the summers, put the plant in partial shade where bright dappled sunlight hits it.

How often should I water my gardenia?

Gardenias need at least an inch of water a week, whether from rainfall or a hose. Apply mulch to a depth of two to four inches to help keep moisture in the soil and control water-hogging weeds. Don’t let the plants become completely dry before you water, and water regularly.