Mexican Orange Blossom | Choisya ternata
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Mexican Orange Blossom
Choisya ternata
- Offering an exquisite display, Choisya ternata features clusters of highly fragrant, star-shaped white flowers. This phenomenal feature transforms any well-planned garden scheme.
- Architecturally speaking, it develops a naturally rounded, bushy evergreen growth habit. This is perfectly enhanced by its glossy, deep green palmate foliage staying vibrant all year.
- You'll achieve breathtaking results by planting Choisya ternata in a sunny, sheltered border or a large patio pot with well-drained soil. It is a wonderfully dependable choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
- You can feel good knowing this choisya supports bees and butterflies drawn to its citrusy scent all year round. The leaves emit a rich, spicy orange fragrance when crushed.
- Horticultural history tells us that choisya is named after Jacques Denis Choisy, a renowned Swiss botanist. Originating from Mexico, it earned its common name, the Mexican orange blossom.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Mexican Orange Blossom can be grown in a pot, provided you use a suitably sized container with good drainage.
How big does it get?
The Choisya ternata usually grows to a mature height and spread of 1.5 to 2.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The Mexican Orange Blossom prefers full sun to partial shade, requiring about 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Mexican Orange Blossom prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Mexican Orange Blossom requires moderate watering, needing about 2.5 centimetres of water per week during the growing season.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, the Mexican Orange Blossom does not strictly require pruning, although you may remove dead or damaged branches if necessary. If you do prune, ensure temperatures are above 5 degrees Celsius to avoid frost damage.
How hardy is this plant?
Mexican Orange Blossom is rated RHS H4, making it hardy through most of the UK down to -10°C, though it may suffer foliage damage in very harsh northern winters.
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