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Choisya dumosa

Also Known As

  • Starleaf Mexican Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-6'
  • W: 2'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Choisya dumosa plant details

Choisya dumosa is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Choisya dumosa

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rutaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: long-blooming, unique, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Choisya dumosa

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Choisya dumosa plant

How to Grow Choisya dumosa

  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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