Leaves turning yellow on a newly planted gardenia bush

Question

I live in eastern Mass. Just planted gardenia bush a week ago. Now the leaves inside the bush are turning yellow.

Answer 1

It sounds like it went into shock, which generally results in yellowing of leaves and subsequent leaf loss. If your gardenia is suffering from shock, this article should help you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm