Water
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions for optimal root health.
Choisya Katherinae is a compact evergreen shrub known for its fragrant white flowers. It thrives in well-drained soil and partial shade, offering year-round appeal.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; do not overwater.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer, diluted.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter months.
Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged conditions for optimal root health.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done anytime to control size.
Heavy pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Select healthy shoots and insert them into a moist, well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment and protected from direct sunlight until they root. This method is generally successful.
Repot young plants annually, and mature plants every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound. Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering issues.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Sapindales |
| Family | Rutaceae |
| Genus | Choisya |
| Species | Choisya katherinae |
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