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Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom
Choisya ternata 'Sundance'
Pronunciation: choy-zee-a ter-NAH-ta
SKU #04862
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 5 to 6 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | Bright chartreuse to golden yellow foliage that will provide year-round color and contrast to shrub and perennial borders. Showy clusters of sweetly fragrant, orange blossom-like, white flowers are a delightful bonus. The glossy evergreen foliage emits a pleasant citrus order when crushed. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Chartreuse |
| Companion Plants | California Lilac (Ceanothus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Iris (Iris); Cranesbill (Geranium) |
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in slightly acidic, fertile, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering. |
Details
| Description | Bright chartreuse to golden yellow foliage that will provide year-round color and contrast to shrub and perennial borders. Showy clusters of sweetly fragrant, orange blossom-like, white flowers are a delightful bonus. The glossy evergreen foliage emits a pleasant citrus order when crushed. |
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| Bloom Time | Early summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Chartreuse |
| Companion Plants | California Lilac (Ceanothus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Iris (Iris); Cranesbill (Geranium) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Grows easily in slightly acidic, fertile, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom produce flowers?
Early summer
Is Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom evergreen or deciduous?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant
How fast does Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom grow?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom in my landscape?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen.
What color are Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom flowers?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom?
Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom has Chartreuse foliage.
What plants grow well with Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom?
Good companion plants for Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom include: California Lilac (Ceanothus); Crape Myrtle (Lagerstroemia); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Iris (Iris); Cranesbill (Geranium).
How do I care for Sundance Mexican Orange Blossom?
Grows easily in slightly acidic, fertile, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. For a formal appearance, prune annually after flowering.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.