Choisya ternata Aztec Pearl 5 Litre Pot

Choisya ternata ‘Aztec Pearl’ – An Elegant Evergreen Shrub

Choisya ternata ‘Aztec Pearl’ is a refined, evergreen shrub prized for its narrow, glossy dark green leaves and its abundant fragrant white star-shaped flowers in late spring, often with a lighter repeat bloom in late summer. The elegant foliage gives the plant a light, airy appearance, while the citrus-scented blossoms fill the garden with perfume. Compact, hardy, and low-maintenance, ‘Aztec Pearl’ is perfect for borders, hedging, and feature planting in a wide range of garden styles.

Why Grow Choisya ternata ‘Aztec Pearl’?

Fragrant White Flowers – Sweetly scented blooms in spring, with repeat flowering.

Evergreen Foliage – Glossy leaves provide year-round structure.

Elegant Leaf Form – Fine, narrow foliage creates a refined appearance.

Versatile Shrub – Suitable for borders, hedging, and containers.

Low Maintenance – Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow.

Height and Spread

Typically grows to 2–2.5m (6.5–8ft) in height and spread, forming a dense, rounded shrub.

Where to Site Your Choisya ternata ‘Aztec Pearl’

• Borders: Evergreen structure and fragrance

• Hedging: Ideal for low evergreen hedges

• Specimen Planting: Attractive standalone shrub

• Containers: Suitable for large patio pots

• Urban Gardens: Tolerates pollution and sheltered conditions

How to Grow and Care

Soil – Prefers well-drained, fertile soil; dislikes waterlogging.
Light – Full sun to partial shade.
Watering – Water regularly while establishing; drought-tolerant once mature.

Maintenance

Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Mulching: Improves soil moisture retention and soil condition.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free.

Perfect Plant Combinations

• Evergreens: Photinia, Hebe, Pittosporum

• Perennials: Lavender, Salvia, Geranium

• Grasses: Stipa, Festuca

• Shrubs: Hydrangea, Ceanothus

Conclusion

Choisya ternata ‘Aztec Pearl’ is a beautifully elegant evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers and fine-textured foliage. Ideal for borders, hedging, and containers, it delivers year-round structure, seasonal fragrance, and low-maintenance reliability.

Choisya ternata Aztec Pearl 5 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth White

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.