{"product_id":"gardenia-augusta-magnifica-standards","title":"Magnifica Gardenia (Standard) - Gardenia augusta ‘Magnifica’","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice includes everything:\u003c\/strong\u003e the plant, free delivery and professional installation by our planting team. One price, whole job done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagnifica Gardenia (Standard) - Gardenia augusta 'Magnifica'\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'Magnifica' is the large-flowered gardenia, carrying fully double blooms noticeably bigger than those of 'Florida' on a more vigorous, larger-leaved plant. Trained as a standard, \u003cem\u003eGardenia augusta\u003c\/em\u003e 'Magnifica' gives a taller, broader head than the compact forms, which makes it the choice where a single specimen has to hold its own beside a wide doorway or a substantial pot. The perfume is heavy and carries well on still, humid evenings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy the Magnifica Gardenia Standard\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: Blooms are larger and fuller than the common compact gardenias.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreater Vigour\u003c\/strong\u003e: Builds a bigger head faster, so the standard has real presence sooner.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBold Foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Broad, deep green glossy leaves give the head weight and density.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flowers in flushes from late spring into autumn in warm districts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormal Shape\u003c\/strong\u003e: Responds well to shaping, holding a clean ball on a straight stem.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStatement Entry Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e: A pair at a wide entrance where a small-flowered form would look undersized.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScented Terrace\u003c\/strong\u003e: Positioned beside outdoor dining so the evening perfume is used, not wasted.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShaded Formal Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e: Adds height and flower to a part-shade bed dominated by foliage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Planter Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e: Suits substantial pots, provided the mix is acidic and free draining.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecimen \u0026amp; Installation\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing (screening\/hedge):\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.2m to 1.5m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing (feature\/avenue):\u003c\/strong\u003e 2m to 2.5m\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest Planting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring and early autumn, into warm soil\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil \u0026amp; Drainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acidic, well-drained soil rich in organic matter; avoid lime, concrete washings and alkaline fill\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstablishment Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply and regularly through the first two summers, keeping moisture consistent rather than alternating wet and dry. Mulch with pine bark, feed twice a season with an azalea and camellia fertiliser, and prune the head immediately after the main flush to keep it round.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.5m to 1.8m as a maintained standard\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8m to 1.2m head\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun to dappled shade; shelter from hot afternoon sun\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southern China and Japan\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, ageing to cream, heavily perfumed\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Direct","offers":[{"title":"400mm","offer_id":59795337052446,"sku":"ND-0860-400MM","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/2536\/8862\/files\/2MlQChxQ1BjBTbNbIHloB_NPcnjFZR.jpg?v=1787313647","url":"https:\/\/nurserydirect.com.au\/products\/gardenia-augusta-magnifica-standards","provider":"Nursery Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}