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If you’re wondering where to buy Choisya ternata, also known as Mexican Orange Blossom, you’re in the right place. Renowned for its clusters of highly fragrant, white, star-shaped blooms and evergreen glossy leaves, Choisya ternata is a favourite in New Zealand gardens. Whether you’re creating a formal hedge or seeking a low-maintenance shrub to add colour and scent to your borders, this versatile evergreen is a perfect choice.

Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

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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
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Choisya ternata (Mexican Mock Orange)

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Why Choose Choisya ternata?

Gardeners love Choisya ternata for its year-round appeal. The aromatic, deep green foliage provides texture even in winter, while the spring flush of citrus-scented flowers attracts bees and beneficial insects. Its naturally rounded shape and compact growth habit make it easy to care for – no need for constant pruning. Choisya ternata thrives in full sun or part shade and tolerates a range of soil types, making it well-suited to most New Zealand gardens.

Where to Buy Choisya ternata Online

Finding where to buy Choisya ternata online in New Zealand is simple with reputable plant nurseries offering healthy, ready-to-plant shrubs delivered straight to your door. Our nursery specialises in quality Choisya ternata plants, grown locally to suit New Zealand conditions. Whether you’re establishing a hedge, filling a difficult corner, or adding low-maintenance structure to a mixed border, you can confidently order Choisya ternata for reliable year-round performance.

If you’re looking to expand your evergreen shrub collection, consider exploring some beautiful related varieties. The refined Choisya 'Aztec Pearl' features elegant, slender leaves and a profusion of pale blossoms. For extra impact, Choisya Sundance' offers striking golden-yellow foliage, brightening shady spots, while Choisya Aztec Gold (Golden Mexican Orange) is a standout for its vibrant colour. You might also enjoy the unique, fine-leafed form of Choisya Gold Finger or the compact, flower-packed Choisya White Dazzler.

How to Grow and Care for Choisya ternata

Once you’ve decided where to buy Choisya ternata, successful growing is straightforward. Choose a spot with good drainage and at least some sun for best flowering. Mulch well in spring, trim lightly after flowering to encourage a dense habit, and water well until established. As with most evergreens, Choisya ternata is generally low maintenance and responds well to occasional feeding with a balanced fertiliser.

Complement Your Garden with Companion Shrubs

For a layered, year-round display, team Choisya ternata with some of our best-selling companions. Mix with the soft blue tones of Hydrangea Blue Wave, the sculptural form of Cordyline Red Fountain, or the architectural beauty of Grevillea Honey Gem. For additional variety, consider the glossy leaves of Camellia Fukuzutsumi or the succulent charm of Portulacaria afra (Elephant Bush).

Discover where to buy Choisya ternata and add this evergreen favourite to your garden today. With its fragrance, versatility, and all-season good looks, Mexican Orange Blossom is sure to become a standout in your landscape for years to come.


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