Gardenia 'Frostproof' | Cold Hardy Gardenia | Fragrant Evergreen Shrub | White Blooming Bush | Live 1 Gallon Plant

Fill your garden with the unforgettable fragrance of Gardenia jasminoides 'Frostproof', one of the most cold-hardy and dependable gardenia varieties available. This evergreen shrub produces masses of creamy white, double blooms from late spring through summer, complemented by glossy dark green foliage that provides year-round beauty.

'Frostproof' is prized for its exceptional cold tolerance, thriving in USDA Zones 7–11 while maintaining the classic gardenia fragrance gardeners love. Its compact growth habit makes it an excellent choice for foundation plantings, hedges, entryways, patios, containers, and cottage gardens.

Heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, and easy to maintain once established, this beautiful shrub adds elegance and fragrance to any landscape while attracting pollinators throughout the blooming season.

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides 'Frostproof'
• Plant Type: Evergreen Shrub
• Flower Color: Creamy White
• Bloom Season: Late Spring through Summer
• Mature Height: 3–5 ft.
• Spread: 3–4 ft.
• Growth Habit: Compact, Upright
• Light: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil: Acidic, Well-Drained Soil
• Water: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 7–11

Perfect For

• Foundation plantings
• Fragrant gardens
• Cottage gardens
• Southern landscapes
• Evergreen hedges
• Patio containers
• Entryways
• Pollinator gardens
• Accent shrubs
• Privacy borders

Care Tips

Plant in rich, acidic, well-drained soil and water consistently during establishment. Feed with an acid-loving fertilizer in spring and summer for the best flowering performance. Lightly prune after blooming to maintain shape and encourage dense growth. Apply mulch to help conserve moisture and protect roots.