Xela's Garden

Mexican Orange Blossom [V]

Planted Vistabile back fence border house end '02

Common Name: Mexican orange blossom
Genus: Choisya
Species: ternata
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Acidic, Chalky/alkaline
Height: 300cm
Spread: 250cm
Time to take cuttings: April to July

This well-loved evergreen shrub from Mexico enjoys warm conditions. In mild gardens it will reach full size in the open, but elsewhere plants benefit if sheltered from the cold winds that can damage the foliage and restrict growth - a warm wall is ideal, or plants may be grown in containers that can be moved under cover in winter. The bushes look attractive at all times, but especially when covered with the very fragrant white blooms shorten stems by 25-30cm (10-12in) after flower to encourage a second flush in autumn. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit
[source: www.bbc.co.uk/gardening/plants/plant_finder/.../181.shtml]

description: This attractive evergreen shrub is ideal a sunny border or as a potted specimen. Citrus scented white blossoms are borne in spring alongside striking Golden - yellow foliage produces, which is also scented scent. 1.8m wide x 1.5m

cultivation notes: Golden Choiysa is tender, and should be planted in a sheltered location in full sun. This evergreen shrub will flourish in most soils, as long as they are reasonably fertile as well as well drained.

Plant Strengths: Scented blossom; Provides valuable winter interest; Evergreen foliage for all year round colour and screening; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
[source:www.findmeplants.co.uk/plant-choisya-ternata-0026.aspx]

Photos of this plant

Reminders for this plant

Due almost 16 years ago:

Prune

Prune established plants in spring immediately after flowering, removing 25-30cm (10-12in) of the flowered stems. This encourages a second flush of flowers in late-summer and autumn. At the same time remove any frost-damaged stems to the base.

Due almost 15 years ago:

Prune

Due almost 13 years ago:

Prune

shorten stems by 25-30cm (10-12in) after flower to encourage a second flush in autumn

Due over 12 years ago:

Take cuttings

Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings taken in mid August. The procedure for semi-ripe cuttings is common to many shrubs. There is a medium to good chance of success.

Due almost 11 years ago:

Trim

shorten stems by 25-30cm (10-12in) after flower to encourage a second flush in autumn

Prune

Remove any frost-damaged stems to the base.

Due over 10 years ago:

Take cuttings

Propagate from semi-ripe cuttings taken in mid August.