We probably grow many of the same plants Elaine. Garden-wise i relate mostly to the areas of SW Texas and Central to South Florida in the US. I also relate to India (central to south) and have a friend there who is very nearly at the same latitude and altitude, half way around the world. It is fun because we grow practically all of the same plants. The Murraya p. (native to the Far East) is very similar to Choisya ternata (native to Mexico). Both are Rutaceae. Because i grow plants for nectar-lovers i prefer the native plants of Mexico. Unfortunately, the Choisya ternata appears to be from the mountains of Oaxaca (a cooler climate than i have to offer) and it did not tolerate the heavy rainy season and the heat. It dropped dead after the first rainy season...verrry sad.
The little Murraya seedling grew over night. It is bigger and is starting to put out a first true leaf. The seedling experienced its first real rain (a very mild rain) and was busting its buttons this morning. Yes, i'll watch out for it as you suggest but it does appear to be insistent to grow as though it were saying "get out of my way lady, and let me grow"
I am an intuitive gardener more than i am a knowledgeable gardener. Intuitively, i am running at about a 50% success rate and it is helpful to me to have knowledgeable gardener input. This ups my success rate and i also learn things. I am excited about the Murraya p. and hope i can do right by it. Also am starting Plumbago for the first time this year. I think these two will be special additions to the garden. Thank you for your words of wisdom
