1: Title: 5 Common Gardenia Growing Mistakes 1. Overwatering: Cause root rot. Fix by watering only when soil is dry. 2. Insufficient Light: Results in poor blooming. Provide bright, indirect light.

2: 3. Improper Soil: Requires well-draining, acidic soil. Amend with peat moss. 4. Lack of Nutrients: Leads to yellowing leaves. Fertilize with acid-loving plant food.

3: 5. Incorrect Pruning: Reduction in blooms. Trim after flowering ends to shape. Fix these mistakes to ensure healthy gardenia growth and abundant blooms.

4: Title: Gardenia Growing Mistake #1 – Overwatering Symptoms: Yellow leaves, root rot Fix: Water only when soil is dry to the touch

5: Title: Gardenia Growing Mistake #3 – Improper Soil Symptoms: Poor drainage, root problems Fix: Use well-draining, acidic soil mix with peat moss

6: Title: Gardenia Growing Mistake #2 – Insufficient Light Symptoms: Lack of blooming, leggy growth Fix: Provide bright, indirect light for at least 6 hours daily

7: Title: Gardenia Growing Mistake #4 – Lack of Nutrients Symptoms: Yellowing leaves, poor growth Fix: Fertilize with acid-loving plant food regularly

8: Title: Gardenia Growing Mistake #5 – Incorrect Pruning Symptoms: Reduction in blooms, misshapen plant Fix: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and promote new growth

9: With proper care and attention to these common mistakes, you can enjoy healthy and thriving gardenias in your garden.