Gardenias are as synonymous with the Southern garden as azaleas, hydrangeas, and magnolias. Like a true “steel magnolia,” the eye-catching, intoxicating beauty (deep, evergreen leaves, snow-white ...

Often considered the temperamental diva of the plant world, the gardenia plant can thrive outdoors in Southern states, but it tends to be hard to grow indoors. If its needs are all met, the shrub ...

Q. My gardenia tree has lost its shape. When is the best time to shape? It is still blooming, with new growth. It also has white flies. Will a dish-soap-and-water spray help? -R.P.,Houston A. It's ...

QI have had a gardenia in my garden for a number of years. When I purchased it at the nursery, it was blooming beautifully, but after the first year, I have not gotten any blooms Well, I have gotten ...

Yes, also make sure that the gardenia is grafted. If it is not, it will succumb to nematodes within a few years. Test your pH and aim for the ideal pH, which is below 6.0. Don't forget to add organic ...

DEAR JESSICA: I was a little confused after reading your Feb. 16 column about hardening off hibiscus plants. We have a hibiscus that stays in our greenhouse over the winter, and it gets put out in the ...

Question: I bought a gardenia from Costco a month or so ago. It looks robust, green shiny leaves. Placed the pot in front of my house so it gets sunlight in the morning and shaded in the afternoon. I ...

I wondered if you could give me some information on transplanting an eight foot tall gardenia tree. We are going to have to move it and it is beautiful, healthy and very old, so I don't want to loose ...

October is here. Soon there will be cornstalks and pumpkins on front porches, and the leaves will change to their brilliant fall color. So, now's the time to plan a fall foliage sightseeing tour. It's ...