Choisya ternata

Common Name: Mexican Orange Blossom

Description:
Choisya ternata, commonly known as Mexican Orange Blossom, is an evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and fragrant, star-shaped white flowers. Flowering profusely in spring and often again in autumn, it attracts bees and other pollinators to the garden. The leaves emit a pleasant citrus scent when crushed, adding to its appeal. This low-maintenance plant thrives in well-drained soil and prefers a sunny to part-shade position. It is drought-tolerant once established and can be used as a hedge, feature shrub, or container plant. Mexican Orange Blossom is well-suited to Melbourne’s climate, tolerating light frosts and coastal conditions. Regular pruning after flowering encourages a dense, compact shape.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium

Mature Size:

• Height: Up to 2.5 metres
• Width: Up to 2.5 metres

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Pots
• Drought Tolerant
• Bee Attracting
• Scented Flowers
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Not known to be toxic to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary)
• Salvia species
• Pittosporum species