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When to Prune Gardenias: Timing for Maximum Blooms

Gardenias bloom on both old and new wood, but the ratio varies by cultivar. According to nursery expert Ted Stephens:

'August Beauty' – Flowers in August on current season's wood; spring blooms come from previous year's growth.
'Kleim's Hardy' – Heaviest spring bloom on old wood; continues flowering on new wood through summer.
'Mystery' – Mostly blooms on old wood.

Bottom line: Gardenias can be pruned almost any time and will bloom a few months later. Avoid late fall pruning, as tender new growth may freeze.

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