Side-by-side plant comparison — which is right for your garden?
Rosa 'Graham Thomas'
Rosaceae · flowers
Gardenia jasminoides
Rubiaceae · shrubs
David Austin Rose (Zones 5-10)
Gardenia (Zones 8-11)
Overlap: Both grow in zones 8–10
| Feature | David Austin Rose | Gardenia |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Rosa 'Graham Thomas' | Gardenia jasminoides |
| Family | Rosaceae | Rubiaceae |
| Category | flowers | shrubs |
| Sun | ☀️ Full Sun | ⛅ Part Shade |
| Water | 💧💧 Medium | 💧💧 Medium |
| Soil | Rich, Well-drained | Rich, Acidic, Moist |
| Height | 5' | 6' |
| Spread | 4' | 4' |
| Bloom Season | Spring-Fall | Late Spring-Summer |
| Bloom Color | Yellow | White |
| Growth Rate | Medium | Medium |
| Native Region | Hybrid (England) | East Asia |
| Maintenance | Medium | High |
David Austin Rose
Gardenia
David Austin Rose
Gardenia
Choose David Austin Rose if you don't mind medium maintenance. It thrives in full sun with medium water in zones 5–10.
Choose Gardenia if you don't mind high maintenance, and want deer resistance. It thrives in part shade with medium water in zones 8–11.
Plant them together? Both overlap in zones 8–10. However, they have different sun needs, so plan your garden layout carefully.
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