Choisya 'Aztec Pearl' - 60-80 CM C20

Description
The Mexican orange blossom 'Aztec Pearl' (Choisya ternata) is a very popular, evergreen container plant that can produce green-brown fruit if well cared for. Its white flowers are star-shaped and appear from May to June. They exude a strong fragrance. The light green leaves are fingered and glossy. The location should be as sunny to shady as possible. A well-drained, humus-rich and nutrient-rich soil is ideal. Under favourable conditions, the Mexican orange blossom 'Aztec Pearl' reaches a height of approx. 1 m and grows up to 60 cm wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * strongly scented flowers * suitable for containers * tolerates pruning * deer resistant

Leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Mexican orange blossom 'Aztec Pearl' are light green, fingered, glossy.

Frost hardiness
A frost-free winter at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Mexican orange blossom 'Aztec Pearl' is a bushy and densely growing shrub that can reach a height of 0.8 - 1 m and a width of 40 - 60 cm. Slow growing. It usually grows 15 - 20 cm per year.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Pruning
This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: possible all year round (indoors).

Care
Over time, the soil loses some important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Flower
Choisya ternata 'Aztec Pearl' forms star-shaped, white flowers from May. These exude a strong fragrance.

Use
Tubs, winter garden, bee pasture, balcony/patio