Gardenia volkensii subsp. spatulifolia

Common names: Bushveld Gardenia (E); umGonwane (Z); Savannekatjiepiering (A);

Native to: Southern Africa

Shrub, Tree

Gardenia volkensii subsp. spatulifolia

SEMI-DECIDUOUS

FULL SUN

FROST HARDY

MEDIUM WATER REQUIREMENTS

MEDIUM GROWER

ATTRACTS BIRDS

ATTRACTS INSECTS

FLOWER COLOUR:

AVERAGE SIZE:

6m x 5m

FLOWERING TIME:

J F M A M J J A S O N D

FRUITING TIME:

J F M A M J J A S O N D

DESCRIPTION

Fairly hardy, drought resistant, evergreen tree or large shrub with an interesting, rigid & angular branching pattern and shiny, bright green leaves. It bears masses of large, white, sweetly scented flowers. The flowers age to a creamy-yellow colour. The ribbed egg-shaped fruit are an added attraction to this beautiful small tree.

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