1. a tropical shrub or small tree with glossy leaves and fragrant white or yellow flowers
2. the waxy, fragrant flower of this plant, often used in corsages

Examples

• The gardenia bush in our backyard blooms every spring.
• She wore a white gardenia in her hair for the wedding.
• The sweet scent of gardenias filled the evening air.
• He pinned a gardenia corsage to her dress for prom.
• Gardenias require acidic soil and partial shade to thrive.
• The florist recommended gardenias for the bridal bouquet.