Many growers would all give in for havingsuch a charming plant, like gardenia jasmine. Care in the home, although quite problematic, but still fully justifies itself, because this plant adorns the interior of any home. Gardenia is a jasmine-like native of the tropics and subtropics of Asia and Africa. Since the beautiful woman came to us from warm countries, she also needs proper care.
First of all it is necessary to take care of the lighting. A well-lit room is suitable, but it is necessary to avoid direct sunlight, which disastrously affects a plant such as gardenia jasmine. Care at home involves abundant watering. In summer you can not dry the earthen litter, although the plant does not tolerate waterlogging. Gardening enjoys high humidity, but it is necessary to spray the leaves only with durable, soft water, otherwise there will be traces on the leathery leaves. During budding and flowering, the bush should not be touched at all, since the droplets of water will damage the petals.
To the soil is also very finicky gardeniajasmine. Care at home requires the purchase of a ready-made substrate or its preparation from turf, coniferous, leafy earth, sand and peat. In March or April, every year, young plants are transplanted, and adults - when necessary, when to replace the pot.
Gardenia jasmine grows very slowly, inroom conditions it will not grow more than 50 cm in height. In order for the plant to have a beautiful shape, it is necessary to constantly form the crown, pruning the excess shoots. The root system of the flower can not be overcooled or overheated, so gardenia can not be put on a hot battery or cold floor.
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