Buy Philadelphus coronarius 'Aureus'

Also Known As

Golden Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Philadelphus coronarius 'Aureus' plant details

Philadelphus coronarius 'Aureus' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with gold foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus coronarius 'Aureus'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant, screen

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus coronarius 'Aureus'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Has golden yellow leaves on a 5'-6' plant. The flowers are minimal. Needs afternoon shade.

By: Gossler Farms

Showy as a new penny, this compact shrub (to 3-6') has bright-golden foliage and bright-white, fragrant flowers in early summer. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Golden leaves are an added bonus to this 6 x 6 foot shrub with white flowers that perfume the garden in June. It responds well to pruning as do all Philadelphus. This is a glowing beauty in part shade. Minimum temperature: -20°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

Every mock orange is grown for its white, very fragrant, spring to early summer flowers. This deciduous shrub, to 6-10' tall and wide, also has leaves that emerge golden-yellow, gradually darkening to yellow-green through the summer - a bright spot in the garden. Full to part sun with fertile, well-drained soil and summer moisture. Prune out older shoots to maintain reasonable size and shape. Frost hardy in USDA zone 4. Hydrangeaceae