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Mock Orange

Philadelphus Coronarius

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Overview

Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius) is a deciduous shrub offering prolific spring blooms with a delightful citrus fragrance. It matures to 10-12 feet in height and spans approximately 6-10 feet wide. Ideal for a hedgerow or accent plant, it flourishes in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial shade. Hardy and low-maintenance, it features oval-shaped leaves and delicate white flowers that attract pollinators. Regular pruning encourages vibrant growth.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — or as a standalone specimen in residential or park settings; the Mock Orange thrives in medium moisture, image 45
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Its easy maintenance and adaptable nature make it an excellent choice for foundation plantings; it matures, image 124Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Ideal for a hedgerow or accent plant, it flourishes in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial, image 66Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — and prefers full sun to part shade; its easy maintenance and adaptable nature make it an excellent choice, image 41Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — scientifically termed Philadelphus coronarius; shrub for full or half, image 133Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — enriching garden aesthetics while attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees; it benefits from, image 59Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Ideal for a hedgerow or accent plant, it flourishes in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial, image 50+164

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — or as a standalone specimen in residential or park settings; the Mock Orange thrives in medium moisture, image 45
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Its easy maintenance and adaptable nature make it an excellent choice for foundation plantings; it matures, image 124
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Ideal for a hedgerow or accent plant, it flourishes in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial, image 66
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — and prefers full sun to part shade; its easy maintenance and adaptable nature make it an excellent choice, image 41
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — scientifically termed Philadelphus coronarius; shrub for full or half, image 133
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — enriching garden aesthetics while attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees; it benefits from, image 59
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Ideal for a hedgerow or accent plant, it flourishes in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial, image 50
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — which burst into bloom in late spring to early summer
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — or as a standalone specimen in residential or park settings; the Mock Orange thrives in medium moisture, image 125
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — turning yellow in fall for a subtle display of autumn color.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Ideal for a hedgerow or accent plant, it flourishes in USDA zones 4-8 and prefers full sun to partial, image 130
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — and prefers full sun to part shade; its easy maintenance and adaptable nature make it an excellent choice, image 137
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — turning yellow in fall for a subtle display of autumn color.<br><br>Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8; white, image 151
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — the Mock Orange thrives in medium moisture; scientifically termed Philadelphus coronarius, image 72
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — shrub with white blooms; which burst into bloom in late spring to early summer
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — the Mock Orange thrives in medium moisture; scientifically termed Philadelphus coronarius, image 120
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Its easy maintenance and adaptable nature make it an excellent choice for foundation plantings; it matures, image 44
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — It benefits from occasional pruning immediately after flowering
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — shrub for full or half; or as a standalone specimen in residential or park settings, image 80
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Regular pruning encourages vibrant growth; and prefers full sun to part shade
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — which burst into bloom in late spring to early summer; turning yellow in fall for a subtle display of autumn
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — enriching garden aesthetics while attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees; it benefits from, image 107
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — shrub for full or half; or as a standalone specimen in residential or park settings, image 96
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — shrub for full or half
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