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CHOISYA ternata

Commonly known as Mexican orange blossom

Pure white orange blossom; scented
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Dark-green leaves comprising 3 stalkless, oval leaflets 4-8cm (1½-3in) long.
  • White
  • Height
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Spread
    2.5m (8ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Compact habit. Flowers in late spring and again in late summer if flowering stems are shortened by 25-30cms(10-12in).
  • Hardy - average winter
    Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

CHOISYA ternata

 
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - nectar for bees.
    Pests & Diseases
    Snails.
    Place of origin
    Mexico.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a shrub border
    Cottage garden
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf form
    Palmate
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    (see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Obovate
    (see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    Pruning group 5
    Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
    Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
    When: Annually after flowering.

  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Scented foliage
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Rabbit Resistant
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Choisya - Growing Guide

Buy Varieties of CHOISYA ternata

CHOISYA ternata 'Moonshine'

CHOISYA ternata 'Moonshine'

Mexican orange blossom

a sport of C.ternata with much larger leaves and flowers

 
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CHOISYA ternata 'Sundance'

CHOISYA ternata 'Sundance'

Mexican orange blossom

bright gold foliage

 
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