Common Names:
(Gardenia, Cape Jasmine) Meaning
Purity; Sweet love; You're lovely; Secret love; Refine Origins
A member of the Rubiaceae family, the gardenia is commonly called cape jasmine. It grows on a shrub that's related to the coffee family and produces a profusion of camellialike flowers.The double-flowered Gardenia jasminoides originated in south China, while Gardenia thunbergia, which has single, strap-petalled flowers, is from South Africa. Availability and Vase Life
Year round.
2-3 days. Care and Handling
Handle gardinas as little as possibile. Touching petals causes bruising. Design Uses
Ideal for corsages and wedding work. Makes an impression when floated in a bowl or dish. Colours
White, cream. Related bouquets | |  |
