The dwarf Radicans Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides 'Radicans') is a beautiful and fragrant evergreen shrub that can be a delightful addition to your landscape. With its glossy green leaves, sweet-smelling white flowers, and low-maintenance nature, Radicans Gardenia can bring beauty, fragrance, and a touch of elegance to your outdoor space. One of the main reasons to choose Radicans Gardenia for your landscape is its captivating fragrance. The flowers emit a strong and sweet scent that permeates the surrounding area, creating a pleasant and inviting atmosphere. Placing Radicans Gardenia near outdoor seating areas, entrances, or windows allows you to enjoy the intoxicating fragrance as you relax or move around your garden. Radicans Gardenia bushes are valued for their compact and spreading growth habit. It typically reaches a mature height and width of 1 to 2 feet, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, borders, or as a ground cover. Its dense foliage provides an attractive backdrop for other plants and adds a touch of lushness to the landscape. Caring for Radicans Gardenia shrubs are relatively straightforward. It thrives in partial sun to partial shade, requiring at least 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth and flowering. The shrub prefers well-drained, acidic soil. Ensure proper drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, as excessive moisture can lead to root rot. Watering requirements for Radicans Gardenia plants are moderate. The shrub prefers moist soil, but be careful not to overwater. Water deeply and allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering again. Adding a layer of mulch around the base of the plant helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Fertilization is beneficial for Radicans Gardenia to promote healthy growth and abundant flowering. Apply a slow-release, acid-loving fertilizer formulated for gardenias in spring and late summer, following the manufacturer's instructions. Avoid over-fertilization, as it can cause foliage burn or reduce flowering. Pruning requirements for Radicans Gardenia are minimal. Light pruning can be done after flowering to shape the plant or remove any dead or damaged branches. Avoid severe pruning, as it may reduce flowering potential for the following year.