Choisya Aztec Pearl

Choisya Aztec Pearl is a popular, easily-grown shrub with a rounded wide spreading shape, densely-covered with bright-green, aromatic, slenderly-divided leaves. Through spring and summer terminal clusters of showy, white, scented flowers open from pink buds, which look great against the green foliage. It can be trimmed to shape if necessary. Very hardy. Prefers a sunny site, but will grow in semi-shade.

Trimming: Lightly trim after flowering to maintain a neat, compact shape and remove any dead, damaged, or leggy growth. Avoid heavy pruning unless needed, as this can reduce the next season’s flowering.

Deadheading: Deadheading is not essential, but spent flowers can be removed after flowering to tidy the plant and encourage fresh growth.

Fertilising: Feed in spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser to support healthy foliage and flowering. Avoid overfeeding, as Choisya generally performs well with minimal feeding once established.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment, especially through dry or windy periods. Once established, water during extended dry spells, particularly in hot weather or free-draining soils.

Pest Control: Watch for aphids, scale, and mites, which may cause distorted growth, sticky residue, or marked foliage. Treat early with horticultural oil or an appropriate insecticide.

Disease Management: Monitor for root rot and fungal leaf spot, which may show as yellowing leaves, wilting, dark leaf markings, or dieback. Ensure good drainage, avoid overwatering, remove affected foliage, and apply a suitable fungicide if required.