He instead named the plant "gardenia" in honor of his friend, naturalist Dr. Alexander Garden. If you're curious, yes, the ...

To add a bit more texture and charm to your outdoor space, consider pairing gardenia plants alongside boxwood (Buxus sempervirens), a hardy shrub that tends to be easy to grow once well established.

Search for – St. Augustine Care ifas. Q. Our gardenia was beautiful this year but needs a little pruning to restrict growth and round out the plant a little. Am I too late to do the trimming?