Murraya paniculata

Mock Orange Murraya paniculata Overview

Murraya paniculata, commonly known as Mock Orange or Orange Jasmine, is a versatile and hardy evergreen shrub, ideal for gardens seeking a low-maintenance yet attractive feature.


Key Features:

- Mature size: 3-5m tall.
- Recommended spacing: 60cm-1m apart for a hedge, 1-2m for a screen
- Ideal growing conditions: Full sun-part shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate-fast.
- Colour/Growth Form: Dark glossy green leaves, Tall upright growth, Dense/compact structure
- Flowers: Produces white scented flowers several times a year, especially in spring and summer.

Uses: Large pot plant, Topiary or Parterre gardens, Japanese-style gardens, garden filler, mass plantings, lining driveways, large feature shrub, hedge, informal privacy screen.

Noteworthy: Hardy evergreen, low maintenance, attracts birds and other pollinators, scented flowers.

Tolerance: Pruning/hard cut-backs, protected coastal conditions, mild dry spells once established.

Colour/Growth form: Dark glossy green leaves, tall upright growth, dense/compact, white scented flowers several times a year.


Care Tips:

Murraya paniculata responds well to regular pruning, especially after flowering, and can tolerate hard cut-backs and mild droughts once established. Its dense, compact growth and dark glossy green leaves add structure and charm to any garden setting.


How to Grow Orange Jasmine Murraya Paniculata

1. Sunlight Requirements:
Murraya paniculata, also known as Mock Orange or Orange Jasmine, thrives in full sun to part shade. Ensure your plants are placed where they can receive at least 4-6 hours of sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.

2. Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. During dry spells, ensure the soil around your Mock Orange murraya paniculata receives adequate water to support healthy growth, especially in the spring and summer when the plant is actively flowering.

3. Soil and Pot Size:
Choose a well-draining soil mix and an appropriate pot size if planting in containers. Larger pots provide ample space for root development, helping your plants thrive in excellent condition.

4. Pruning for Health and Shape:
Regularly prune your Mock Orange to maintain its shape and encourage bushier growth. Pruning is best done after flowering to promote new growth and more flowers in spring. This also helps in keeping the glossy dark evergreen leaves looking fresh and vibrant.

5. Planting and Spacing:
When planting Murraya paniculata, ensure you space them adequately if creating informal hedges. Aim for a distance of about 60 cm to 1m apart for hedges to allow proper air circulation and growth. This spacing will ensure your great plants can flourish without crowding.

6. Fertilising:
Feed your Mock Orange with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to encourage robust growth and flowering. This is especially important in full sun areas where nutrients can be depleted more quickly.