August Beauty Gardenia Shrub

August Beauty is an evergreen gardenia with glossy, dark green leaves and large, double white flowers that carry a strong fragrance. This named selection blooms over a long season, with flowers reported from spring into fall, and its mature size suits foundation beds, entryways, patios, and informal hedges. [Monrovia](https://www.monrovia.com/august-beauty-gardenia.html) and [Clemson Extension](https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/gardenia/) both describe this cultivar directly. ## Landscape Use Use August Beauty near a path, doorway, or seating area where the fragrance can be enjoyed. Its rounded 5-foot shrub form can also anchor a border or form a low screen; leave room for a 3- to 4-foot spread. ## Seasonal Interest Glossy evergreen foliage provides structure year-round. Double blooms appear from mid-spring and may continue sporadically into fall, with timing shaped by local climate and growing conditions. ## Growing Conditions Choose full sun to partial shade and rich, acidic, well-drained soil. Keep the root zone evenly moist while avoiding soggy conditions. Water regularly while the plant establishes, then maintain moisture during dry periods. ## Maintenance Protect the shallow roots with organic mulch and avoid disturbing them when planting or transplanting. After the main bloom, use an acid-formulated fertilizer if needed; prune selectively after flowering to shape the shrub.