About Gardenia jasminoides ‘Mystery’ (Cape Jasmine)
This broadleaf evergreen plant is called Gardenia jasminoides ‘Mystery’. Native to North Eastern Asia, this sweet smelling variety boasts large 3″ wide, white flowers that bloom during the spring and summer seasons. It’s accompanied by ovate, shiny green foliage that reaches an average mature landscape size of 5-6′ x 5-6′. Although considered a high maintenance plant, this variety offers a beautiful show of flowers and is useful for fresh cut flowers for use in indoor arrangements.
Care And Planting Instructions
Plant Gardenia jasminoides ‘Mystery’ in an area that receives partial shade sun exposure using acidic, well draining soil. Water regularly after planting to help it establish, then reduce frequency. Make sure the soil doesn’t remain soggy or dry for too long. Use a general fertilizer in late winter, early spring before its blooming season begins. Remove spent blooms for a cleaned up appearance to encourage new blooms and prune annually to control its size and shape.
Landscape Design Ideas
Cape Jasmine is suited well along fence lines or shady pathways. It can be used to cover an unsightly fence or to add residential curbside appeal by framing a doorway or set of windows.
