Frost Proof Gardenia – Live Plant 1QT | Gardenia jasminoides ‘Frost Proof’ | Cold Hardy Fragrant Shrub | Evergreen Hedge Plant

Enjoy classic gardenia fragrance with improved cold tolerance with this Frost Proof Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides ‘Frost Proof’). This hardy variety is known for its ability to handle cooler temperatures while still producing the creamy white, velvety blooms and rich scent gardenias are famous for.

This listing is for a live 1-quart plant, well-established and ready to grow into a dense, bushy shrub. It produces paired white flowers beginning in late spring, with longer-lasting blooms than traditional gardenia varieties.

Perfect for foundation plantings, hedges, or container growing, this low-maintenance evergreen adds year-round greenery and seasonal fragrance to any garden or patio.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Frost Proof Gardenia plant
✔️ Size: 1 quart (established plant)
✔️ Fragrant white blooming shrub
✔️ Shipped in grow bag or bareroot (location dependent)
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Frost Proof Gardenia / Cape Jasmine
Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides ‘Frost Proof’
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering shrub
Growth Stage: Established plant (1QT size)
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, acidic soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
Mature Height: 3–4 feet
Mature Width: 3–5 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 7–10
Bloom Season: Late spring through summer
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in acidic soil for best growth and flowering. Great for hedges or grouping—plant multiple for a stronger fragrance impact. Allow time to acclimate after shipping, especially if received bareroot.