leggy gardenia

Question

What to do with an aging gardenia that’s very branchy and only small blooms at the top? The gardenia is very leggy, long and tall with only a few blooms at present at the top. It was planted many years ago and not pruned. Still alive and I would like to know what to do to keep it alive and when to prune.

Answer 1

It is best to prune your Gardenia in the summer after it is done blooming.

It is also important to use sharp clean tools to prune the plant.

Here is a link that will help you.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gardenia/when-to-prune-a-gardenia.htm