The Jubilation™ Gardenia is a modern Southern classic, prized for its continuous blooms and intoxicating fragrance. From spring through fall, this improved hybrid produces multiple waves of creamy white, sweetly scented flowers, offering one of the longest blooming seasons of any gardenia variety. Its compact, rounded habit reaches about 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, making it ideal for borders, containers, and small garden spaces where both beauty and fragrance are desired. Developed by the Southern Living Plant Collection, the Jubilation™ Gardenia combines the timeless charm of traditional gardenias with the improved reblooming power and durability of modern hybrids. Its glossy, deep green evergreen foliage provides year-round color and texture, contrasting elegantly with its pure white blossoms. This shrub adds elegance to any landscape, even when not in bloom. Growing best in USDA zones 7–10, Jubilation™ Gardenia performs exceptionally well in warm, humid climates. It prefers well-drained, acidic soil and full to partial sun exposure. Its strong tolerance for heat and humidity makes it an excellent choice for Southern landscapes. Whether used as a foundation plant, patio accent, or low hedge, this easy-care gardenia delivers beauty, fragrance, and reliability throughout the growing season.
Unique Plant Features:
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Jubilation™ Gardenia produces sweetly fragrant white flowers from late spring through fall, offering one of the longest blooming seasons of any gardenia variety.
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This evergreen shrub maintains a tidy, rounded shape that grows about 3 to 4 feet tall and wide, which makes it perfect for borders, containers, or smaller gardens.
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Developed by the Southern Living Plant Collection, it combines the traditional beauty and scent of classic gardenias with enhanced reblooming performance and easy-care growth.
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Its rich, dark green leaves provide year-round structure and contrast beautifully with the pure white blooms.
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Hardy in USDA Zones 7–10, the Jubilation™ Gardenia thrives in warm, humid climates and performs best in well-drained soil with full to partial sun exposure.
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Sunlight Full Sun / Partial Shade
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Mature Width
3-4 ft
Mature Height 3-4 ft
Growing Zones 7, 8, 9, 10