Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

choisya ternata bunnings

Looking for Choisya ternata at Bunnings or online in New Zealand? This evergreen shrub, known as Mexican Orange Blossom, is celebrated for its glossy green foliage and sweetly fragrant white flowers. Choisya ternata is an outstanding choice for Kiwi gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant plant that delivers reliable year-round beauty and versatility. Whether you’re searching for Choisya ternata bunnings-style plants, or want to discover more colourful cousins, let’s explore why this shrub is a perennial favourite for NZ landscapes.

Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

5 from 5 customers

Mexican Mock Orange, Orange Jessamine

Choisya ternata, commonly known as Mexican Orange Blossom, is a lush, evergreen shrub prized for its glossy green foliage and clusters of fragrant white flowers that appear in spring and often again in autumn. Thriving in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, it’s perfect for NZ gardens as a hedge, border, or feature plant. This hardy shrub is drought-tolerant once established, low-maintenance, and adds year-round structure, colour, and fragrance to outdoor spaces.

Choisya ternata with lush foliage and white flowers.
  • Suited to regions:
    Subtropical, Temperate
  • Plant type:
    Shrubs
  • Height:
    1.50 m
  • Spread:
    1.50 m
  • Flowering time:
    Spring, Summer
  • Tolerances:
    Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Containers, Hedging, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, White
Choisya ternata 'Aztec Pearl' shrub covered in white flowers.
Most Popular

Choisya 'Aztec Pearl'

Choisya ‘Aztec Pearl’ is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its finely divided, glossy green foliage and masses of fragrant white-pink flowers in...

From$24.23
Choisya 'White Dazzler' shrub covered in pretty white flowers.
Most Popular

Choisya White Dazzler

Choisya ‘White Dazzler’ is a compact, evergreen shrub valued for its delicate, dark green foliage and masses of small, fragrant white flowers that...

From$24.23
Choisya ternata 'Sundance' (Mexican Orange Blossom) with yellow foliage and white flowers.
Most Popular

Choisya Sundance'

Choisya ‘Sundance’ is a striking evergreen shrub known for its bright golden-yellow foliage that adds year-round colour to NZ gardens. In spring, it...

Choisya Aztec Gold shrub with yellow foliage and white flowers.
Most Popular

Choisya Aztec Gold (Golden Mexican Orange)

Choisya 'Aztec Gold' is a vibrant evergreen shrub featuring golden-yellow foliage that provides year-round colour. In spring, it produces fragrant...

Choisya 'Gold Finger' plant in a garden.
Most Popular

Choisya Gold Finger

Choisya ‘Gold Finger’ is a striking evergreen shrub with slender, golden-yellow foliage that adds vibrant colour to any NZ garden year-round. In...

A Pittosporum 'Midget' plant in a garden.
Most Popular

Pittosporum 'Midget' (Dwarf Pittosporum)

Pittosporum 'Midget' is a dwarf variety that features foliage made up of small, fresh green leaves. The foliage is complemented with small, purple...

hebe-pretty-in-pink-1
Most Popular

Hebe Pretty In Pink

Hebe Pretty In Pink is grown for its form, foliage, and flowers. The glossy, new foliage is burgundy-purple and slowly ages to become dark green. The...

From$22.88
hebe-jewel-of-the-nile-
Most Popular

Hebe Jewel Of The Nile

Hebe Jewel Of The Nile features showy, purple flower clusters from summer through autumn. These are held above the colourful foliage which emerges...

From$25.58
viburnum-emerald-lustre-
Most Popular

Viburnum 'Emerald Lustre'

Viburnum Emerald Lustre features pink flower buds that open to reveal clusters of mildly fragrant, white-light pink flowers during winter and early...

From$29.63
A Protea cynaroides (King Protea) flower.
Most Popular

Protea cynaroides (King Protea)

Protea cynaroides, commonly known as the King Protea or Giant Protea, features flowers with deep crimson bracts and a cream-coloured centre from...

From$43.13
Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring Choisya or Evergreen Shrubs.

Search Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

What Makes Choisya ternata Special?

Choisya ternata is popular for its glossy leaves, which provide lush greenery even in the depths of winter. In spring and again in autumn, the bushy plant bursts into clusters of white, star-shaped blooms with a citrus scent. It thrives in most conditions and handles wind, light frost, and poor soils, making it a perfect fit for New Zealand gardens.

Planting and Care for Choisya ternata

This shrub grows well in full sun or partial shade. It forms a compact mound, typically reaching 1.5 to 2 metres high and wide. Choisya ternata seldom requires pruning, but can be shaped as desired after flowering. Water well when newly planted, but once established, it’s hardy and drought-tolerant.

If you’re inspired to add more varieties, consider these other Choisya types for extra colour or leaf variation.
Explore Choisya 'Aztec Pearl' for a more delicate leaf and slender growth habit.
Discover Choisya White Dazzler for a profusion of star-like flowers and ornamental foliage.
Try Choisya Sundance' if you love bright golden leaves.
For gardeners who want even more striking golden foliage, Choisya Aztec Gold (Golden Mexican Orange) and Choisya Gold Finger offer contrasting looks and textures for borders or pots.

Perfect Shrub for New Zealand Gardens

Choisya ternata blends seamlessly into a variety of garden styles, from formal hedges to relaxed cottage gardens. It pairs beautifully with companion shrubs such as Pieris japonica Bonfire (Andromeda Plant), Grevillea rosmarinifolia, Clianthus puniceus (Parrot Beak Plant), or scented favourites like Lavender 'Pure Platinum'. For native planting, consider mixing with Callistemon 'Slim' (Slim Bottlebrush) for bold colour contrasts and wildlife-attracting flowers.

Where to Find Choisya ternata (Mexican Orange Blossom)

While Bunnings stocks a wide range of garden plants, not all branches have Choisya ternata regularly available. Our nursery offers a curated selection of Choisya, including fantastic alternatives like Choisya 'Aztec Pearl', Choisya Sundance', and more. Shop directly for reliable delivery and expert advice tailored to New Zealand gardens.

Choisya ternata bunnings is a sought-after favourite for its dependability and delightful fragrance. Whether planting a hedge, filling a border, or growing containers, this shrub adds year-round interest and lushness to your outdoor space. Browse our Choisya range and unleash the magic of Mexican Orange Blossom in your backyard today.


Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

It’s easy to pick Avocado 'Reed' and Ficus benjamina, but garden variety is all about adding surprises like Lemon Meyer and Yen Ben (Double Grafted Lemon), Leptospermum Coral Candy, and Acorus Mini Green (Sweet Flag).
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.9

429 Google reviews