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Wild Mock Orange

Philadelphus Lewisii

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Overview

Philadelphus lewisii, or Wild Mock Orange, is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It features lush, green foliage and fragrant, white blooms resembling orange blossoms, which emerge in late spring to early summer. This hardy plant matures at 4-8 feet in height and width, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil. Ideal for hedges or accent planting, it attracts pollinators while providing a captivating sensory experience. USDA zones 4-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–9Type Shrub
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — Philadelphus lewisii thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9 and prefers full sun to partial shade, image 38
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Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

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Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — Philadelphus lewisii thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9 and prefers full sun to partial shade, image 38
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — which serves as a striking backdrop to its cup-shaped flowers; it exhibits exceptional drought tolerance once
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — Often reaching between 4 to 8 feet in height and spreading about 4 to 6 feet in width; which serves as a striking
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — each spanning approximately 1 to 2 inches across
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — It is adaptable to a variety of soil types but performs best in well-drained loams
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — This hardy plant matures at 4-8 feet in height and width; ideal for hedges or accent planting, it attracts
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — Philadelphus lewisii, or Wild Mock Orange, is a deciduous shrub native to North America; which emerge in, image 51
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — this shrub presents an arching form that can provide a natural
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — shrub with white blooms
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — relaxed aesthetic to your garden design.<br><br>Notable for its versatility; preferring full sun to partial shade and
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — This hardy plant matures at 4-8 feet in height and width; ideal for hedges or accent planting, it attracts, image 55
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — The plant's water requirements are moderate, making it suitable for xeriscaping
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — relaxed aesthetic to your garden design.<br><br>Notable for its versatility; preferring full sun to, image 62
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — scientifically known as Philadelphus lewisii
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — this shrub presents an arching form that can provide a natural; shrub with white blooms
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — white blooms resembling orange blossoms; each spanning approximately 1 to 2 inches across, image 53
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — which emerge in late spring to early summer
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — is a deciduous shrub revered for its fragrant; often reaching between 4 to 8 feet in height and spreading about 4 to
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — Often reaching between 4 to 8 feet in height and spreading about 4 to 6 feet in width
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — shrub with white blooms; the plant's water requirements are moderate, making it suitable for xeriscaping
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — is a deciduous shrub revered for its fragrant
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — green foliage and fragrant; this shrub presents an arching form that can provide a natural, image 52
Wild Mock Orange (Philadelphus Lewisii) — creating a sanctuary that celebrates the intersection of utility; blooming profusely in late spring to early summer
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