Choisya ternata 'Sundance'

Common name: Mexican Orange Blossom 'Sundance'

Description: This striking evergreen shrub features bright golden-yellow foliage that creates vibrant year-round colour, bringing sunshine to gardens throughout all seasons. In late spring, clusters of fragrant white flowers appear against the golden leaves, creating a beautiful contrast. The aromatic foliage releases a pleasant scent when brushed. 'Sundance' is perfect for brightening shady corners, providing colourful evergreen structure, or creating focal points in borders. The golden foliage is particularly valuable in winter whilst the scented flowers bring additional interest in spring. This versatile shrub combines excellent year-round colour with low maintenance requirements and good shade tolerance.

Other benefits: evergreen golden foliage, fragrant flowers, aromatic foliage, year-round colour, shade tolerant, low maintenance

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies visit flowers

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.5m x 1.5m

Position: full sun to partial shade; golden colour best in good light but tolerates shade

Soil pH: adaptable; performs well in neutral to slightly alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering needs; well-drained soil preferred

Winter hardiness: hardy to -10°C