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Unveil the aromatic allure of your garden with Choisya ternata. Often known as Mexican Orange Blossom, this evergreen shrub boasts fragrant white blooms and lush green foliage.
Common Name: Mexican Orange Blossom
Mature Height: 1.5-2.5m
Mature Width: 1.5-2.5m
Spacing: 1.2-1.5m
Foliage: Dark green, glossy, and palmately compound with three leaflets.
Flowers: Fragrant, pure white, star-shaped flowers in late spring, occasionally repeated in autumn.
Bark/Stems: Green stems, somewhat woody as the plant matures.
Form/Habit: Dense, rounded shrub.
Uses: Hedging, borders, container plants, aromatic gardens.
Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
Tolerates: Light frosts.
Drought Hardy: Moderate.
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Low to moderate
Water Requirement: Regular watering but can withstand short dry periods.
Description
Unveil the aromatic allure of your garden with Choisya ternata. Often known as Mexican Orange Blossom, this evergreen shrub boasts fragrant white blooms and lush green foliage.
Common Name: Mexican Orange Blossom
Mature Height: 1.5-2.5m
Mature Width: 1.5-2.5m
Spacing: 1.2-1.5m
Foliage: Dark green, glossy, and palmately compound with three leaflets.
Flowers: Fragrant, pure white, star-shaped flowers in late spring, occasionally repeated in autumn.
Bark/Stems: Green stems, somewhat woody as the plant matures.
Form/Habit: Dense, rounded shrub.
Uses: Hedging, borders, container plants, aromatic gardens.
Deciduous/Evergreen: Evergreen
Tolerates: Light frosts.
Drought Hardy: Moderate.
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Maintenance: Low to moderate
Water Requirement: Regular watering but can withstand short dry periods.
Additional Information You Should Know About Choisya ternata
Height Guide For Choisya ternata
Why Choose Choisya ternata For Your Garden?
How To Grow Choisya ternata In Different Soil Types
Planting Your Choisya ternata: Ensuring A Strong Start
Watering Requirements After Planting
When you plant a new tree, it's crucial to give it the right start by ensuring it receives sufficient water. Here’s a general guideline for watering your newly planted tree:
- Immediately After Planting: Water your tree generously right after planting your Choisya ternata to settle the soil around the roots and eliminate any air pockets.
- First Three Months: The initial three months are critical for the establishment of the tree. During this period, the tree should be hand watered twice daily, in the morning and evening. This helps the roots grow deep and strong.
- Irrigation System: If you have an irrigation system, adjust it to ensure the tree gets adequate water during these first months.
- Adjusting to Weather Conditions: Always consider the weather conditions and adjust your watering accordingly. In hotter and drier periods, additional watering may be necessary.
Consistent attention to your tree’s watering needs during this initial period will help ensure its healthy growth and long-term success in your garden.
Root Ball Guide
Here is our guide for planting your trees with the appropriate root ball dimensions. When planting, we recommend digging a hole that is 10% larger than the size of your pot, and teasing the rootball before planting to promote better root growth.
Root Ball Dimensions:
- 40cm Pot: 44 x 38.5 cm
- 45L Bag: 41.8 x 41.8 cm
- 50cm Squat Pot: 49.5 x 34.1 cm
- 50cm Pot: 49.5 x 35.2 cm
- 70L Pot: 55 x 41.8 cm
- 75L Bag: 55 x 48.4 cm
- 90L Pot: 59.4 x 44 cm
- 100L Bag: 50.6 x 52.8 cm
- 100L Squat Bag: 58.3 x 49.5 cm
- 100L Pot: 66 x 49.5 cm
- 150L Bag: 66 x 55 cm
- 155L Pot: 74.8 x 52.8 cm
- 200L Bag: 71.5 x 60.5 cm
- 280L Pot: 91.3 x 55 cm
- 300L Bag: 88 x 63.8 cm
- 400L Bag: 99 x 66 cm
- 500L Bag: 122 x 66 cm
- 1000L Bag: 146.3 x 71.5 cm
- 2000L Bag: 176 x 82.5 cm
Follow these dimensions to ensure a smooth planting process and optimal growth for your new tree.
Caring For Your Choisya ternata
Frequently Asked Questions About Choisya ternata
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