Aboutnick mccann Expertise I can give concise answers on growing plants in containers instead of the ground, why and how to plant them and how to maintain them.
Experience Master Gardner in Charlotte County Florida,,with 10 years experience.
Organizations Master Gardner Association of Charlotte County, Florida
Education/Credentials Associates Degree
Past/Present Clients I am currently also an expert in the Tropical Plant dept.
Question I live in florida and have a gardenia in a large pot in my back yard. the buds turn brown and fall off without flowering.the plant looks healthy? what should i do? would adding coffee grounds help? it gets water without getting soggy, it's in a shady area but gets plenty of sunlight
Answer Hi Crystal, its either getting too much water or the PH level is off, (5.0-6.0)..Florida soil tends to be in the high 7.0s; the only other reason would be not warm enough, and being in Florida, that would not be the case. I would lift it and put new soil in the container and make certain there is ample drainage so as to avoid the wet feet that could be occuring. Nick
