Choisya ternata 'Sundance'(Brica) 25-30 CM

Description and Characteristics

Choisya ternata 'Sundance' (Brica) is a vibrant, evergreen shrub best known for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage and scented white flowers. A colourful cultivar of the Mexican orange blossom, 'Sundance' adds year-round brightness to borders and gardens. Even as a young plant (25–30 cm tall), it makes an instant impact in containers or mixed beds with its cheerful foliage and tidy habit.

From mid- to late spring, clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers appear, often with a second flush in late summer to early autumn. The bright golden leaves emerge in spring and mature to a soft yellow, especially vivid in full sun. Its bushy, rounded habit makes it an ideal shrub for foundation planting, informal hedging, or specimen use.

This slow to moderate grower will eventually reach a mature size of about 1.5–2 m tall and wide, but is easily maintained smaller with light pruning.

• Evergreen shrub with golden-yellow foliage year-round

• White, scented flowers in spring and sometimes autumn

• Height at sale: 25–30 cm; eventual size: 1.5–2 m

• Compact, rounded shape suitable for small gardens and containers

• Excellent for colour contrast, fragrance, and low-maintenance design

Growing Conditions and Maintenance

Choisya ternata 'Sundance' is easy to grow and reliable, thriving in well-drained soils and a sunny, sheltered position. Its vivid foliage colour is best maintained in full light, while it remains tolerant of partial shade.

• Light Requirements:

  • Prefers full sun to light shade

  • Golden foliage colour is strongest in full sun

  • Tolerates shade, but leaves may turn more lime-green

• Soil Preferences:

  • Grows best in fertile, well-drained soil

  • Tolerates a wide range of soils including chalk, loam, or sandy types

  • Ideal soil pH: neutral to slightly alkaline

• Watering Needs:

  • Water regularly while establishing

  • Once established, it is drought-tolerant

  • In containers, water during dry spells and avoid waterlogging

• Feeding:

  • Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring

  • Mulch annually with compost or well-rotted manure to retain moisture

• Pruning and Maintenance:

  • Lightly prune after flowering to shape and promote bushiness

  • Can be pruned more heavily every few years if needed

  • Remove any damaged or leggy stems in early spring

• Winter Care:

  • Hardy in Zones 7–9 (RHS H4–H5)

  • Protect young plants from harsh frost or drying winter winds

  • In colder areas, mulch around the base in autumn

Garden Uses, Companion Plants, and Display Ideas

'Sundance' is one of the best shrubs for foliage colour and structure, brightening up the garden even in winter. It's useful in formal or informal settings, whether planted alone or grouped with other foliage and flowering shrubs.

• Design Applications:

  • Ideal for front borders, foundation planting, or as a low hedge

  • Adds a splash of colour to patio containers or balcony gardens

  • Perfect for courtyard gardens, cottage gardens, or urban landscapes

• Companion Plants:

  • Contrasts beautifully with dark-leaved shrubs like Pittosporum ‘Tom Thumb’ or Heuchera ‘Obsidian’

  • Pairs well with Lavandula, Salvia, Rosmarinus, and Escallonia

  • Complements silver-toned plants like Artemisia and Stachys byzantina

• Container Use:

  • Excellent for pots and troughs in full sun

  • Use peat-free, well-drained compost with added grit for drainage

  • Combine with spring bulbs or trailing perennials for seasonal interest

• Wildlife Value:

  • Fragrant flowers attract bees and hoverflies

  • Dense foliage provides shelter for garden birds and insects

  • Adds ecological value to pollinator-friendly gardens

• Pest and Disease Resistance:

  • Generally pest- and disease-free

  • Occasionally affected by aphids or leaf spot, usually not severe

  • Ensure good air circulation and avoid overhead watering

• Size
  25-30 CM C2

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