What other names does the small-leaf gardenia have? You may not know
Small-leaf gardenia is an evergreen shrub, evergreen all year round, with excellent ornamental value. Have you been tortured by the difficult-to-grow large-leaf gardenia to the point of doubting life? Small-leaf gardenia is here to build your confidence!
Other names of small-leaf gardenia
Sparrow-tongue gardenia, water-crossing branch, sparrow-tongue flower. Latin scientific name: Gardenia jasminoides Ellis.
Growth habits of small-leaf gardenia
It likes warm and humid climates , is not cold-tolerant, the suitable temperature during the growing period is 18°C to 22°C, and during the overwintering period it needs 5°C to 10°C. Generally, when the temperature is below -10°C, frost damage is likely to occur; it likes light but cannot withstand direct strong sunlight, is tolerant of partial shade, and should maintain 60% sunlight all day; its soil requirements are loose, fertile, well-drained clay soil. Small-flower gardenia is a typical acid-loving flower.
Morphological characteristics of small-leaf gardenia
The leaves of small-leaf gardenia are obovate, small and narrow, with a leathery feel when touched by hand, and the leaf color is emerald green and glossy. The flowers are white, fragrant, and refreshing. The berries are yellow or orange and ovate.
The language and culture of small-leaf gardenia
Small-leaf gardenia represents eternal love and promises. The blooming of gardenia is an accumulation and blossoming over a long period of time; the longer the bud stage, the longer-lasting the fresh fragrance. Therefore, small-leaf gardenia not only carries love, but once its plain and enduring outer appearance is removed, what it contains is the essence of a tenacious and noble life.
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