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Choisya ternata Aztec Pearl 5 Litre Pot

Choisya ternata Aztec Pearl 5 Litre Pot

Choisya × dewitteana 'Aztec Pearl'
An elegant evergreen shrub with narrow glossy foliage and fragrant white flowers in spring, often repeating in summer.
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Sunlight
Full sun
Hardiness
H4 (-10 to -5°C)
Mature size
1.5-2.5m tall × 1.5-2.5m wide
Foliage
Evergreen
Flowers
White, Pink
Flowering
Spring, Autumn
Soil
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Aspect
South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Supplied as
Pot Grown
Growth rate
Moderate
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About 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.

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