Frost Proof Gardenia Shrub

Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof'

Fragrant white blooms from late spring to fall

Heat and cold-tolerant, suitable for various climates

Glossy evergreen foliage provides year-round interest



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Blooms When Others Don't

Why Frost Proof Gardenia Shrubs?

With the Frost Proof Gardenia shrub, you'll never miss a Gardenia season because of late cold snaps. Ordinary Gardenia buds can freeze and never develop into flowers...meaning that you get a skimpy showing or no blooms at all.

Despite chilly weather, Frost Proof Gardenias are smothered with amazingly fragrant blooms every year. Unlike other varieties, they stand up to the cold and unusual weather patterns. From the midwest to Key West, Frost Proof Gardenias pump out blooms that fill your yard with that distinctive Gardenia aroma.

And they're deer resistant too. This trouble-free shrub's green foliage makes it versatile enough to be a foundation hedge, property barrier or the focal point of a berm.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

You won’t find a healthier Frost Proof Gardenia. When you order your Frost Proof Gardenia from Fast Growing Trees, you get a better-developed, well-rooted variety that’s ready to grow above and beyond.

And because we’ve planted, nurtured and shipped your Frost Proof with meticulous care, you get a hassle-free shrub that explodes with fragrance and blooms as soon as it arrives at your door.

These are well-developed shrubs ready to bloom your very first season. Our larger sizes are limited, so order now while they are still available. Get your Frost Proof Gardenia Shrub today!

Full Planting & Care Instructions

Product Details

Mature Height:3-4 ft.
Mature Width:3-6 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Season(s):Spring Blooming, Summer Blooming
Growth Rate:Slow Growing
Botanical Name:Gardenia jasminoides 'Frost Proof'
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI
Grows Well In Zones:7-10 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 7-10 outdoors

(hardy down to 10℉)

Customer Reviews & Photos

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Dawn
6/27/2026

Frost proof gardenia shrub

I purchased the frost proof gardenia this May 2026. They went through a little bit of transitioning and lost some leaves in the first few weeks and are doing well now. It’s is now end of June and to my surprise they are blooming. I did not think in this first season they would flower and they smell amazing. I hope they continue to do well in the winter. Definitely recommend them.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Dawn, Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed review and excellent photographs. Your landscape beds show a wonderful design layout, and your Frost Proof Gardenias are exhibiting stellar establishment metrics! The initial foliar drop you observed in May is a standard transpiration-balancing response as the roots acclimate to native soil density. Initiating a heavy bloom cycle by late June indicates that root turgor pressure is fully restored and the plant is actively thriving. To reinforce your winter confidence, this specific cultivar is celebrated for its superior bud and wood hardiness, allowing it to withstand seasonal freezes that would typically compromise other gardenia varieties. Maintaining a thick layer of mulch around the root zone, just as you have done, is the ideal way to insulate the soil through the colder months. Please feel free to connect with our team if you ever want seasonal feeding or pruning tips!
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Sharlen
6/19/2026
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Good quality

First time to order plants online, I wasn't sure about the quality and shipping. But I was very impressed when I opened the boxes, the plants were healthy, there was no yellow leaf, no damaged branch, there was actually a flower about to bloom. Thank you for the good work, I will definitely order from you again.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHello Sharlen, what a great first experience! Healthy plants and a bloom on the way is about as good as it gets. So happy we could make your first online plant order a positive one and we can't wait to have you back!
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Dennis L.
6/17/2026
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Gardenia, Frost Proof

The plants are great. They arrived in very good condition.

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Candace R.
6/13/2026
Verified Buyer

Perfect

The plant arrived perfect. It is going strong. Very healthy. Great service and packaging.

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cynthia r.
6/11/2026
Verified Buyer

gardenia shrub

exactly what I wanted. That beautiful smell on gardenia flowers. arrived in perfect condition.

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