Mock Orange
(Philadelphus spp)

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Deciduous upright shrub (1.5-2m x 1.5m) with a rounded crown from North America, East Asia and Europe. Oval leaves on slender stems. Terminal clusters of fragrant white flowers in spring. Useful as a background plant where its floral display can be seen and its woody base hidden, or close to paths for its fragrance. Many forms available. Prefers alkaline moist loam. Sensitive to drought and wind.

Type
Exotic
Maintenance
Medium
Water use
Moderate
Tolerances
Frost, Fire
Shade levels
Sun/shade
Colours
Yellow, White