Choisya ternata 'Snow Flurries' - 20-25 CM C2

Description
The Mexican orange blossom 'Snow Flurries' (Choisya ternata) is a very popular evergreen container plant. Its white flowers are star-shaped and appear from April to May. They exude a strong fragrance. The dark 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 'Snow Flurries' reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows up to 1.5 m wide.

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

leaves
The evergreen leaves of the Mexican orange blossom 'Snow Flurries' are dark green, fingered and glossy.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Mexican orange blossom 'Snow Flurries' is a bushy and densely growing small shrub that can reach a height of 1.2 - 1.5 m and a width of 1.2 - 1.5 m. Slow-growing.

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 of its 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 'Snow Flurries' forms star-shaped, white flowers from April. These exude a strong fragrance. With the right care, re-flowering in August.

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