August Beauty Gardenia
Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
From | To | S&H |
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$0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
$20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
$50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
$70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
$100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
$130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
$150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
#1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
#3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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#5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
#6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
#7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
August Beauty Gardenia highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer, Fall

Growing Zones 8-11
Roses, Lilacs, Jasmine, Lavender. There are a few flowers that are so associated with their scent that it is impossible to even say their name without thinking about how they smell. One of the most intoxicating and unforgettable floral scents of all is the Gardenia. August Beauty Gardenia (Gardenia jasminoides 'August Beauty') brings that heady floral scent to your home garden and in a big way!
The fragrance reminds us of starlit summer nights in the south, luxurious French perfume, white wedding bouquets, and boutonnieres on rented black tuxes for prom. These Gardenias are an upright, dense, broad-leaf evergreen that fit about anywhere and look amazing while doing it! The glossy dark green leaves look lovely year-round in your landscape, allowing you to enjoy four-season
Pollinators adore these blooms and florists do too for corsages and boutonnieres since these gorgeous blooms are already in bridal white! Hardy throughout USDA growing zones 8 through 11, these plants just shine in the sun! Growing to a mature height of 3-5 feet tall and a narrow 2-3 mature feed wide.
Planting and Application:
Evergreen and a prolific bloomer, this Gardenia will be a great addition to your landscape. You definitely want to plant it where you and your visitors can enjoy it - by a walkway, flanking the front entrance, or closing in garden rooms. The radiant white blooms and glossy leaves are perfect for a Moon Garden!
Make sure it is within reach because you will definitely be cutting these to bring indoors. Float several in a bowl of water for a gorgeously classic centerpiece that will perfume your entire room. August Beauty is just as versatile as a year-round hedge and privacy screen around your seating areas, reading nooks, and meditation gardens where the fragrance will whisk you away from your day's cares!
- Extraordinarily Scented Flowers
- Gleaming Pure White Blooms
- Rich Dark Green, Glossy Evergreen Foliage
- Reblooming Gardenia
- Wonderful Specimen, Backdrop, Hedge, or Container Plant
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Loving the full sun, and a touch of part shade, Gardenia do best where they are protected from the cold, drying winter winds. Preferring the morning sun and a touch of shade in the hottest southern sun, however, shrugs off the high humidity of the south with ease! Water well while they're establishing, and plant in organically rich, well-draining soils. Mulch the base of your plant to keep the roots stress-free and keep the foliage cleaner and problem-free. Prune after the flowers fade in the summer.
- Full Sun & Partial Sun
- Moist Enriched Well-Drained Soil
- Prune After Flowering
- Shrugs Off Heat & High Humidity
- Deer Resistant
- Low-Maintenance & Easy Care
Don't deny yourself the pleasures of the silky white fragrant blooms of August Beauty Gardenia. Order them for your garden from NatureHills.com today!