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CHOISYA x dewitteana 'Aztec Gold'
Commonly known as Mexican orange blossom
Fragrant white flowers with lime-green and gold foliage. Very free flowering
£15.50 each
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Good to know
Wildlife plant - bees -
Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Southwestern USA, Mexico -
Evergreen3-5 linear leaflets to 8cm (3in) long
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White
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Gold
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Palmate
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Entire
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Linear
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightProduces flowers 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) across in axillary cymes of 3-6 blooms
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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.
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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) -
Scented flowers
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Scented foliage
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Bee friendly
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
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Choisya - Growing Guide
