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Scientific
Name:
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Choisya ternata
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Common Name:
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Mexican Orange Blossom
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Deciduous vs. Evergreen
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evergreen
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Perennial vs. Annual
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perennial
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Shade
vs. Sun
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part shade to full sun on the coast
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Height
x Width
& How Stands
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to 6' tall X 6-8' wide
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Flower
Color
& Bloom Time
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clusters of highly fragrant white
star-shaped blooms; double bloomer, spring and fall
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Zone
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zones 7-10, hardy to 20° F
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Description,
Notes
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Citrus (Rutaceae) Family subshrub
grown for its shiny deep green foliage and overwhelmingly
orange blossom scented blooms; deer resistant shrub well
suited for dry shade; drought resistant once established
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Photos are property of Crescent Hill Nursery
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Descriptions are based on our experience growing
these plants in both the garden and nursery setting.
Additional information and feedback is encouraged.
All plants are classified under USDA
hardiness zones.
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