Choisya ternata

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20CM
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33CM
SHRUB,SCENTED,FULLSUN,FROSTTOLERANT,MINWATER

Commonly known as Mexican orange, Choisya ternata is an aromatic small evergreen shrub that has glossy green leaves with white fragrant flowers in spring.

Cultural

Prefers a full sun position but can tolerate part shade, likes a well-draining soil. Fertilise in spring and apply mulch. Prune after flowering to maintain dense growth, can be cut back quite hard. Allow soil to dry between watering.

Landscape Uses

A perfect choice for low glossy hedging or as a background plant. Can be used in many garden styles, plant with Elaeocarpus eumundii and Aucuba for a tropical garden or with Lagerstroemia and Azalea for a formal garden.

Dimensions

Height to 2.0m
Width to 2.0m

Can be kept to 1.0m high x 1.0m wide through pruning.