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Philadelphus laxiflorus
Also Known As
- Mock Orange
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 6'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Philadelphus laxiflorus plant details
Philadelphus laxiflorus is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus laxiflorus
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: hydrangeaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus laxiflorus
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Philadelphus laxiflorus
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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aka Philadelphus 'Sibylle', Philadelphus purpureo-maculatus 'Sybille', Sybil Mock Orange
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
3a-7b
Size
Height: 48"
Width: 48"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - occasional
aka Philadelphus x 'Belle Etoile', Belle Etoile Mock Orange
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Philadelphus coronaria 'Variegata', Variegata Sweet Mock Orange, Variegated Mock Orange
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 3'-10'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Philadelphus x lemoinei 'Innocence', Innocence Mock Orange
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 5'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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