Gardenia August Beauty

Fill outdoor living spaces with rich fragrance, glossy evergreen foliage, and large white flowers through the warm season. August Beauty Gardenia produces waxy double blooms that open white and stand out against deep green leaves. Its upright form works beautifully near entries, patios, and foundations where the fragrance can be enjoyed.

Growing Guide

• Sun Exposure: Part Sun
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 - 11
• Mature Height: 3'–5'
• Mature Width: 2'–3'
• Spacing: 3'
• Soil: Acidic, rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Water Needs: Moderate
• Growth Rate: Moderate

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty'
• Common Name: August Beauty Gardenia
• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Bloom Color: White
• Season of Interest: Spring, Summer, Year-Round
• Foliage: Evergreen
• Growth Habit: Upright and Rounded
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes

Key Features

• Large fragrant double white flowers
• Glossy dark green evergreen foliage
• Long spring and summer bloom period
• Excellent near patios and walkways
• Classic Southern landscape shrub

Landscape Uses

• Foundation plantings
• Entryways
• Patio gardens
• Mixed borders
• Fragrant gardens

Planting & Care Tips

• Plant in part sun with protection from intense afternoon heat.
• Provide acidic, well-drained soil.
• Water consistently during establishment.
• Prune after the main bloom period if shaping is needed.

Companion Plants

• Gardenia Frostproof
• Camellia Shishi Gashira
• Aucuba Rozannie
• Carex Evergold
• Liriope Big Blue

Please Note: Our photos represent the variety you will receive. Because plants are living products, size and fullness may vary naturally with the season and stage of growth, while remaining true to the variety shown.

All plants are shipped through UPS ground services.  

Estimated Shipping Time: Your order may ship immediately, however most orders ship in 1-2 business days (we do not ship on weekends) from date of purchase. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.

If you ordered more than one plant, you will receive multiple shipments. This is to get your plants to you as soon as possible. However, shipping schedules can change due to unforeseen events, such as unpredictable weather. We appreciate your patience.