Gardenia plant

I have a gardenia “tree” in a large container on my porch. It gets morning sun. It was probably stressed when I bought it at Home Depot since it was marked down. It’s putting out new buds but they are turning brown and many leaves have turned brown and fallen. I sprinkled Osmocote over the dirt after it was planted. I’ve had it for over a month and have been fearful of watering too much. At first I gave it a gallon of water every three or four days, then lately I waited a week. I know it’ll die if it dries out so I’m just not sure how often to water. I’m not a real “green thumb” type. Please help!

Thx, Dawn

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#1 Comment By Downtoearthdigs On 07/24/2016 @ 5:26 pm

Gardenia are a finicky plant.
Here are some links to refresh you on the care requirements.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-plant.htm ^[1]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-flowers-gardenia-buds-falling-off-plant.htm ^[2]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/fertilizing-gardenias-in-your-garden.htm ^[3]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/helping-a-gardenia-bush-with-yellow-leaves.htm ^[4]

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