Southern Living Plant Collection
ScentAmazing Gardenia
Best low-maintenance shrub for fragrant, year-round garden color.
Magnificent white flowers and charmingly sweet aromas are what you get with the Scentamazing Gardenia from the Southern Living Plant Collection! This stunning shrub refuses to disappoint and easily becomes a fixture in any landscape. Petite dark-green rounded leaves provide the stage for the fragrantly creamy white single-form blooms to truly pop. These crisp, white flowers feature six to eight petals and a golden center with six light brown prongs reaching towards the edges of the bloom. The fragrance is nearly universally recognized and unapologetically bold. The seductive, intoxicating scent will remind you of southern summer nights. These classic blooms are ideal for use as cut flowers for fragrant floral displays. Furthermore, expect the Scentamazing Gardenia to begin blooming in mid to late spring and to continue to re-bloom from summer to autumn. Therefore expect to keep your landscape in bloom for much of the year. The glossy emerald green foliage is evergreen and densely foliated making it a champion in any landscape all year long. The stems are sturdy, soft brown, and accent wonderfully with the light-catching foliage. The Scentamazing Gardenia is naturally compact, and their reliable growth habit makes pruning unnecessary. Additionally, the Scentamazing only reaches 2-3' tall and 2-3' W, so you don't need to worry about it crowding your garden.
$36.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
860
/ 2637
#860 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-7%
Below average
Botanical Name
27601
/ Gardenia jasminoides 'Leetwo' PP
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a powerful, sweet floral scent
- Landscapers wanting a classic, elegant aesthetic
- Plant lovers needing reliable, vigorous bloom production
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners struggling with strict soil and moisture needs
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, pest-free greenery
- Residents in colder climates without winter protection
Performance breakdown
Fragrance Potency
Intoxicating, bold scent profile defines the classic southern garden experience.
Maintenance Ease
Naturally compact growth habit eliminates the need for regular pruning.
Bloom Duration
Reliable re-blooming cycle keeps the landscape vibrant from spring through autumn.
Year-Round Aesthetics
Glossy evergreen foliage maintains structural beauty even during the off-season.
Environmental Resilience
Robust tolerance to common diseases and drought ensures long-term garden success.
Pollinator Appeal
Fragrant blooms serve as a magnet for local birds and butterflies.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Gardenia jasminoides 'Leetwo' PP27601
Hardiness Zones
7-10
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Foliage Type
Evergreen
Mature Height
2-3 feet
Mature Spread
2-3 feet
Water Needs
Medium
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer
Features
- Fragrant creamy white flowers
- Evergreen, glossy dark green foliage
- Naturally compact and requires no pruning
- Blooms from spring through autumn
- Attracts pollinators
- Drought tolerant
- Disease tolerant
- Suitable for containers
- Attracts birds
- Attracts butterflies
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the ScentAmazing Gardenia for its exceptional fragrance, often describing it as truly amazing and filling their gardens with a delightful aroma. Many reviewers highlight the plant's robust quality and health upon delivery, noting its vigorous growth and abundant blooms. The ease of care is also a recurring positive, making it a rewarding addition for both experienced gardeners and novices seeking a beautiful, fragrant plant. Its ability to thrive and produce numerous, highly scented flowers contributes significantly to its high customer satisfaction.
Know before you buy
No, this variety is naturally compact and maintains a tidy, rounded habit on its own. You do not need to prune it to keep it within its 2-3 foot size range.
Yes, the Scentamazing Gardenia is an evergreen shrub. Its glossy, dark green foliage will remain on the plant throughout the year, providing color even when it is not in bloom.
Absolutely. Because of its compact 2-3 foot size and reliable growth habit, it is an excellent choice for containers. Just ensure the pot has adequate drainage and receives enough sunlight.
You will enjoy a long bloom season that begins in mid-to-late spring and continues with re-blooms through the summer and into autumn.
The Scentamazing Gardenia performs best in full sun to part shade. In hotter climates, providing some afternoon shade can help protect the foliage and blooms from intense heat.
Unfortunately, no. This variety is hardy in zones 7-10. If you live in zone 6, it would likely not survive the winter outdoors, though it could be grown in a container and moved to a protected area during the coldest months.
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