🌼 Gardenia Gandharaj Cape Jasmine (Gardenia jasminoides) Flowering Live Plant – Fragrant Queen of Home Gardens (1 to 2 Feet Height)

Introduce timeless beauty and heavenly fragrance to your garden with the Gardenia Gandharaj Cape Jasmine Live Plant (Gardenia jasminoides) – a stunning evergreen ornamental shrub known for its creamy-white, rose-like blooms and intense sweet fragrance. Revered across Indian homes and temples, this plant is a must-have for every flower lover and gardener who desires both visual charm and divine aroma.

Perfect for home gardens, balconies, temples, or gifting, the Gandharaj (meaning 'King of Fragrance') lives up to its name by producing blooms that fill the air with their heady, soothing scent. This evergreen plant thrives in Indian climates, flowering mainly in summer and early monsoon seasons.

🌿 About This Item

• Type of Plant: Live Ornamental Flowering Plant (Gardenia jasminoides)

• Germination Time: Not applicable (Live plant)

• Hours of Sunlight Needed: 4–6 hours of morning or filtered sunlight

• Where to Grow: Balcony, terrace garden, pots, outdoor garden beds

• Growing Season: Year-round; peak flowering in summer and monsoon

• Seed Sowing Depth: Not applicable

• Ideal Climate: Tropical to subtropical regions of India

• Bloom Height: Up to 3–4 feet bush height; compact size when pruned

• Organic Fertilizer Requirements: Apply compost or neem cake once every 3 weeks

• Life Span: Perennial

• Ideal Growing Temperature: 18°C to 32°C

• Blooming Time: March to August (can bloom intermittently year-round)

• Maintenance Required: Moderate

• Watering Frequency: 2–3 times a week; do not overwater

• Ideal Grow Bag Size: 12×12 inch or larger

What Size Grow Bag is Best For Gardenia Gandharaj Cape Jasmine Flowering Live Plant

• 12 x 12  Hdpe Grow Bag (W*H)
• 12 x 15  Hdpe Grow Bag(W*H)
• 15 x 15  Hdpe Grow Bag(W*H)

🌼 Growing Season in India

Gardenia blooms best in warm, humid Indian summers and early monsoon, thriving from March to August. In South Indian regions like Kerala, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu, it may flower multiple times a year with adequate sunlight and care. In North and East India, its main bloom is from late spring to early monsoon.

🪴 How to Grow in Pots

Choose a 12x12 inch grow bag or terracotta pot with drainage holes. Use well-draining acidic soil (red soil + compost + cocopeat). Place it in a semi-shaded location that receives morning sun or filtered sunlight. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging. Feed with acidic plant fertilizer (like used tea leaves or diluted buttermilk) monthly.

🌱 Seeds Sowing Method

Not applicable – this product is a live plant.

🌿 Plant Care Tips For Gardenia Gandharaj Cape Jasmine Flowering Live Plant

• Sunlight: Morning sunlight (4–6 hrs); avoid harsh afternoon sun.

• Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–6.5).

• Fertilization: Use compost, cow dung, or tea compost once every 2–3 weeks.

• Pruning: Light pruning after flowering helps in compact growth.

• Support and Spacing: No support needed; keep 2–3 feet spacing if in group planting.

• Pest Control: Use neem oil spray to control mealybugs and aphids.

• Disease Prevention: Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot.

• Mulching: Use cocopeat or dry leaves to retain moisture.

• Harvesting: Not for consumption; ornamental only.

✨ Special Features

The Gandharaj / Cape Jasmine is not just another ornamental plant – it's a symbol of purity and serenity. Its lush green foliage and thick, waxy white flowers bloom with a scent so rich that it perfumes your entire garden. This plant is widely used for puja decorations, temple gardens, and wedding bouquets. It’s also believed to attract positive energy and repel negative vibes, making it popular in Vastu gardening.

🌸 Benefits/Uses

• Fragrant blooms used for garlands and temple offerings

• Ideal plant for Vastu and Feng Shui-based gardens

• Natural air freshener with mood-lifting scent

• Makes a thoughtful and auspicious gift for plant lovers

• Enhances home aesthetics with minimal maintenance

⚠️ Precautions While Growing

Gardenia prefers acidic soil – avoid limestone or heavy alkaline mixes. Overwatering is a common issue, especially in the rainy season – always ensure drainage. Do not expose it to strong afternoon sun or dry air – it prefers humid conditions. Yellowing leaves can be a sign of iron deficiency or hard water – treat with organic soil acidifiers.

🛑 Common Problems Affecting Plants and Solutions

• Yellow Leaves: Caused by iron deficiency or hard water – spray diluted ferrous sulfate or apply tea compost.

• Bud Drop: Due to temperature fluctuations or dry air – maintain humidity and consistent moisture.

• White Fluff (Mealybugs): Spray neem oil once a week to prevent.

• Slow Growth: Add organic acidic fertilizer like buttermilk or sour curd diluted in water monthly.

🏷️ Local Names of Gardenia Gandharaj

Gandharaj, Gandhapushpa, Gandhraj Flower Plant, Dwaramalli, Kat Mallige, Bhramar Pushpam, Tagar Flower, Gardenia Jasmine, Kundu Malli

❓ FAQs Of Gardenia Gandharaj Cape Jasmine Flowering Live Plant

Q1. Why is it called Gandharaj?
Because of its strong, royal fragrance – “Gandha” means fragrance and “Raj” means king.

Q2. Will it survive in a flat balcony in a city?
Yes, absolutely. Just ensure good sunlight, pot drainage, and monthly feeding.

Q3. How often does it flower?
Primarily from March to August, but in warm climates, it may flower again in winter.

Q4. Can I use its flowers for worship?
Yes, it's ideal for puja, garlands, and traditional decorations.

Q5. Is it a high-maintenance plant?
No. Once established with the right soil and sunlight, it requires moderate care.