Moving a Gardenia Outdoors

Question

I’ve had my gardenia indoors all winter. I live in CT. Temps are in the high 40’s at night and 50 to 65 daytime. How soon could I move the plant outdoors?

Answer 1

Once the threat of frost and freezing temps are passed, you can move the plant outdoors. However, you'll want to acclimate the plant first. The following articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/acclimating-houseplants-outdoors.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/move-houseplant-outside.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-plant.htm