Variegated gardenia has very small, sticky bugs. Persistent critters keep coming back. What to use? I have dogs.
This is most likely Aphids. Neem Oil is a good treatment and safe for people and pets!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-pests.htm
Why don't the buds on my Gardenia open?
There are quite a few requirements to be met before they will even consider blooming. This article will address these issues: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-care-to-get-a-gardenia-bush-to-bloom.htm
The leaves are growing but no flowers. other plants on the same soil are growing quite well.
This article will help you.
The plants are in containers facing west
We have an article that will help you address this issue!
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/helping-a-gardenia-bush-with-yellow-leaves.htm
A small branch broke off my gardenia and I put it in water. Will it root in water ?
This article will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/propagating-gardenias.htm
I planted my gardenia on the ground in caliche and all its unopened blooms dried up. It's leaves are turning brown. I just poured a gallon of water with one tablespoon of Epsom salt on the soli around it. The plant stems are still green. How can I bring it back to health. I live by a lake in South Texas so the weather is cool with a nice afternoon sun.
Gardenia plants can be finicky!
New plants will need lots of attention, especially during the first 3 months of planting.
These articles will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-flowers-gardenia-buds-falling-off-plant.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-plant.htm
Hi there Can anyone help me identify what is happening to my Gardenia. First of all the leaves starting turning yellow, not they are turning upside down?? And the buds are not opening. It was fine a couple weeks ago?!
Yellowing and distorted leaves can indicate pests or disease.
Review the articles below and adjust watering and care as needed.
I would treat with Neem Oil.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/helping-a-gardenia-bush-with-yellow-leaves.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/gardenia-leaf-curl.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm