Gardenia: Radicans Latin Name: gardenia jasminoides 'radicans' Plant Type: Perennial evergreen Growth Habit: Dwarf groundcover Nice gardenia fragrant Flower Color: White Bloom Time: Spring to Summer and sometime again in the fall. Foliage: Green Branches: Horizontal Mature Height: 1-2 feet Mature Width: 3-4 feet Uses: Mass planting, groundcover, decorative accent, small shrub, deck or patio and container or planter. Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Soil Conditions: Prefers moist, well-drained soil Moisture: Regular water schedule the first few growing season until well established. Once established water maybe needed occasionally, but more often during a drought or extreme heat conditions. Mulching is recommended to detour weeds, keep the moisture content high, and temperatures low. Hardiness Zone: 7-11