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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

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) — white flowers in the garden; shrub with white blooms, image 94
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Regular pruning encourages vibrant growth; and prefers full sun to part shade, image 132
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — scientifically termed Philadelphus coronarius; shrub for full or half
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — It matures to 10-12 feet in height and spans approximately 6-10 feet wide; regular pruning encourages, image 49
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — It benefits from occasional pruning immediately after flowering; hardy and low-maintenance, it features, image 122
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — which burst into bloom in late spring to early summer; turning yellow in fall for a subtle display of autumn, image 38
Mock Orange (Philadelphus Coronarius) — Regular pruning encourages vibrant growth; and prefers full sun to part shade, image 116
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Philadelphus Coronarius
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Philadelphus Coronarius
Philadelphus Coronarius
Philadelphus Coronarius
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