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Choisya Ternata Plant - 5Ltr Pot

£2499
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Choisya ternata – Mexican Orange Blossom – Evergreen Shrub

Choisya ternata, commonly known as Mexican orange blossom, is a versatile evergreen shrub with glossy dark green foliage and sweetly fragrant white flowers. Its naturally rounded habit provides year-round structure, with a main flowering display in late spring and possible repeat blooms in late summer or autumn.

Key Features

  • Fragrant white flowers bring an orange-blossom scent to the garden.

  • Glossy evergreen foliage provides colour and structure throughout the year.

  • Possible repeat flowering adds interest in late summer or autumn.

  • Naturally rounded, bushy growth suits mixed borders and informal hedging.

  • Pollinator-friendly blooms attract bees and other beneficial insects.

  • Easy to maintain, thriving in a sheltered spot in sun or partial shade.

Product Description

Choisya ternata combines rich green foliage with clusters of star-shaped white flowers. Each glossy leaf is divided into three broad leaflets, creating a lush, textured appearance. The aromatic foliage releases a citrus scent when brushed or crushed, adding another sensory element to planting schemes.

In late spring, scented flowers stand out against the dark leaves, making this shrub an attractive choice near paths and seating areas. A further flush may appear in late summer or autumn, depending on growing conditions, extending its seasonal appeal.

Its dense, rounded shape works well as a border focal point, an informal hedge or a backdrop to colourful perennials. Plant in fertile, well-drained soil in a sheltered position, where its evergreen foliage can provide lasting structure through winter.

Specifications

  • Botanical name: Choisya ternata

  • Common names: Mexican orange blossom, Mexican orange

  • Plant type: Evergreen shrub

  • Family: Rutaceae

  • Habit: Dense, bushy and rounded

  • Eventual height: Approximately 1.5–2.5m

  • Eventual spread: Approximately 1.5–2.5m

  • Time to maturity: Approximately 10–20 years

  • Foliage: Glossy, aromatic dark green leaves divided into three leaflets

  • Flower colour: White

  • Flower shape: Star-shaped blooms carried in clusters

  • Fragrance: Scented flowers and aromatic foliage

  • Flowering season: Mainly late spring, with possible repeat flowering in late summer or autumn

  • Position: Full sun or partial shade

  • Exposure: Sheltered

  • Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil

  • Soil pH: Acid, neutral or alkaline

  • Hardiness: RHS H4, approximately −10°C to −5°C

  • Garden uses: Mixed borders, informal hedging, courtyard gardens and cottage gardens

  • Wildlife value: Flowers attract pollinating insects

  • Growth: Rate and eventual size vary with planting position and conditions

  • Seasonal variation: Flowers, foliage and appearance may differ from photographs on delivery, depending on the season

  • Delivery restriction: Unfortunately, we are currently unable to deliver plants to Northern Ireland

Care Tips

  • Choose a sunny or partially shaded, sheltered position, protected from cold, drying winds.

  • Plant in soil that drains freely and avoid permanently waterlogged ground.

  • Water regularly while establishing, particularly during dry weather.

  • Apply a spring mulch to help retain moisture, keeping it clear of the stems.

  • Lightly prune after the main spring flowering display to maintain shape.

  • Provide extra protection during severe cold spells, especially for young plants in exposed gardens.

Bring lasting greenery and fragrant seasonal flowers to your garden with Choisya ternata.

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Delivery

Collect your order in-store, have it delivered to your door, or choose a convenient InPost Locker!

We aim to dispatch orders as quickly as possible using trusted couriers.

Your Questions Answered...

What are the delivery options and prices?

We offer Standard (3-5 working days) and Express (1-2 working days) delivery for a small additional charge.

- Postable items (e.g., seed packets, gift cards) - £2.95 via Royal Mail.
- Smaller, lighter items - £4.95 – £6.95.
- Larger, heavier, and fragile items - £9.95 – £19.95.
- Pallet deliveries (e.g., furniture) - from £69.95 (see kerbside pallet delivery details below).

The exact delivery charge is calculated at checkout based on your selected items.

New! Deliver to InPost Locker

Instead of home delivery, choose to collect your parcel from an InPost Locker near you.

- Delivery rates: £3.95 or £4.95 depending on item size.
- How it works: Choose InPost after completing your order. You'll receive a notification when your parcel is ready to collect.
- Collection options: Scan the QR code or open the locker remotely via the InPost app. If collecting from a shop, show your QR code to the staff.
- Collection time: You have 3 days to pick up your parcel. InPost will send a reminder 24 hours before expiry.
- Tracking: Track your parcel via the InPost app or the tracking link in your confirmation email.

Can someone else pick up my parcel?

Yes! Share your QR code or collection code (sent via email) along with your mobile number, and they can collect it for you.

Do I need ID to collect from an InPost Locker?

No, just scan the QR code in the app or your email. For InPost Shop collections, show the QR code to the staff.

Any more questions?

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How do I track my delivery?

Once your order is dispatched, you'll receive an email with tracking details.

Who delivers my order?

Depending on size and weight, orders are delivered by Royal Mail, Evri, or Parcelforce. Furniture and large items arrive via kerbside pallet delivery.

What is kerbside pallet delivery?

Large items like furniture are delivered on a pallet using a heavy goods vehicle. The pallet is placed at the nearest safe kerbside location. The driver cannot move it across uneven ground or remove the items from the pallet.

We can arrange a delivery date that suits you. If access for large vehicles is difficult, please let us know in advance.

What should I do if my order arrives damaged?

If your order is damaged in transit, email us a photo and your order number within 24 hours so we can resolve the issue.

Do you deliver to Northern Ireland?

Yes, though some larger or heavier items may incur a surcharge. Unfortunately, we cannot ship plants to Northern Ireland at this time.

Do any UK areas have a delivery surcharge?

Additional delivery charges may apply for:
- Channel Islands
- Northern Ireland
- Scottish Highlands & Islands
- Isle of Man & Isle of Wight
- Scilly Isles

What is the warranty on my purchase?

All products come with a manufacturer’s warranty (typically 12 months unless stated otherwise). Faulty items within the warranty period may be repaired or replaced subject to the manufacturer’s terms.

Still have questions?

Contact us via our enquiry form, call 01497 847055, or email shoponline@oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

Returns

How do I return an item?

If a purchase is no longer required you are able to return the goods within 28 days of delivery for a full refund in accordance with our refunds policy set out in Clause 10 of our Terms & Conditions. We will refund any money received from you using the same method originally used by you to pay for your purchase. Please make sure that you include the sales order or invoice with your return.

When returning items to us, please ensure that any and all original packaging, instructions, tags etc are included as supplied to you. We recommend using a recorded/insured service to return your order. The Old Railway Garden Centre cannot be held responsible for returned items lost or damaged in transit to us.