Several years ago, I planted a gardenia right next to the front steps of our house. Most of the year, I think it was not a good idea, because it is not a very handsome shrub, Yesterday was a good day. It "turned on." About 100 blooms appeared all together. Wish you could smell it! http://www.sonc.com/friday_may_14_2010.htm -- Regards, Sonny http://www.sonc.com http://sonc.stumbleupon.com/ Natchitoches, Louisiana USA