pruning of a large gardenia bush that is currently blooming one blossom at a time?

Question

Should I proceed with cutting back, although it is now October?

How close to the ground should I cut it?

Could I divide this bush and plant half on another side of my house?

Answer 1

Here is a link on pruning: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/when-to-prune-a-gardenia.htm

And here is a link on transplanting: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/transplanting-gardenia-plants-planting-gardenia-somewhere-new.htm