What is it, exactly, that gardenias like?

Full sun, lots of water, like roses, or part shade, or dryer conditions, like lavendula?
What is it, exactly, that gardenias like?
Full sun and plenty of water will work best. High humidity is certainly a plus, but don't mist the plant as it is susceptible to fungal rot on the leaves. Fertilize in spring/summer with an acid fertilizer.



The main problem with gardenias is bud drop - where the flowers will drop off just before opening. Gardenias are picky so this could be due to over or under watering, excessive dryness and/or heat, or even just moving the plant if it's potted.



The gardenia is a princess, and should be treated as such. =]