Glossy, deep green foliage and clusters of sweetly scented, star-shaped white flowers make Mexican Orange Blossom a much-loved garden shrub. The leaves release a fresh citrus scent when brushed, and the main flush of blooms in spring is often followed by a lighter show in autumn. Frost hardy once established, it suits Canberra gardens best in a spot with some shelter from the harshest frosts.
Mature size: Approx. 2m H x 2m W
Foliage: Glossy, evergreen and aromatic, with a citrus scent when brushed
Flowers: Fragrant white star-shaped blooms in spring, with a lighter flush in autumn
Growth habit: Dense, rounded shrub
Growth rate: Medium
Position: Full sun to part shade (flowers best in full sun)
Climate: Frost hardy once established (to around -5°C); young plants appreciate some frost protection
Water needs: Regular water while establishing; moderate once established
Soil: Well-drained soil improved with compost. Break up heavy Canberra clay with gypsum clay breaker. In pots, use Osmocote Premium Potting Mix.
Feeding: Osmocote All Purpose in spring, or Yates Dynamic Lifter for an organic feed. Seasol at planting and through summer helps with heat stress.
Maintenance: Low; tip prune after flowering to keep it dense and compact
Ideal for: Informal hedges, screening, scented garden beds, courtyards and large pots
Glossy, deep green foliage and clusters of sweetly scented, star-shaped white flowers make Mexican Orange Blossom a much-loved garden shrub. The leaves release a fresh citrus scent when brushed, and the main flush of blooms in spring is often followed by a lighter show in autumn. Frost hardy once established, it suits Canberra gardens best in a spot with some shelter from the harshest frosts.
Mature size: Approx. 2m H x 2m W
Foliage: Glossy, evergreen and aromatic, with a citrus scent when brushed
Flowers: Fragrant white star-shaped blooms in spring, with a lighter flush in autumn
Growth habit: Dense, rounded shrub
Growth rate: Medium
Position: Full sun to part shade (flowers best in full sun)
Climate: Frost hardy once established (to around -5°C); young plants appreciate some frost protection
Water needs: Regular water while establishing; moderate once established
Soil: Well-drained soil improved with compost. Break up heavy Canberra clay with gypsum clay breaker. In pots, use Osmocote Premium Potting Mix.
Feeding: Osmocote All Purpose in spring, or Yates Dynamic Lifter for an organic feed. Seasol at planting and through summer helps with heat stress.
Maintenance: Low; tip prune after flowering to keep it dense and compact
Ideal for: Informal hedges, screening, scented garden beds, courtyards and large pots
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