Gardenia

Buy the Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides) in Dubai & UAE — a beloved evergreen shrub prized for its intensely fragrant, creamy-white rose-like flowers set against glossy dark-green foliage. Discover more in our flowering plants collection, or browse the full outdoor plants range.

Why Grow Gardenia in the UAE

Gardenias are treasured for their heady perfume and elegant blooms, bringing a touch of classic luxury to UAE patios, shaded borders, and large pots. They reward a little extra care with waves of fragrant flowers, making them a favourite near seating areas, entrances, and windows where their scent can be enjoyed.

Key Benefits

• Richly fragrant, creamy-white rose-like flowers.
• Glossy, dark-green evergreen foliage year-round.
• Perfect near patios, entrances, and windows for scent.
• Excellent in large containers and shaded borders.
• A classic, elegant ornamental shrub.

Care Tips for the UAE

• Sunlight: Bright light with protection from harsh direct afternoon sun.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid drying out or waterlogging.
• Soil: Rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil with organic matter.
• Feeding: Feed with an acid-loving plant fertiliser during the growing season.
• Care: Use iron-rich feed if leaves yellow, and maintain humidity for best flowering.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my gardenia leaves turning yellow? Often due to alkaline soil or iron deficiency; use an acidic, iron-rich fertiliser and keep watering consistent.

Why are buds dropping? Usually from irregular watering, low humidity, or sudden temperature changes; keep conditions stable.

Can gardenias grow in pots? Yes, they do very well in containers with acidic soil and regular feeding.

Do you deliver across the UAE? Yes, Souq Garden delivers across the UAE with free delivery on orders over AED 200.