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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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Abundant large single flowers appear in late June or early July after other mock oranges. Upright pyramidal plants 6 ft tall.

Gardening facts about Philadelphus laxiflorus plant

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 lewisii 'Fallbrook', Fallbrook Mock Orange

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 6'-8'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
Photo of Philadelphus 'Fallbrook' foliage by K M
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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
Photo of Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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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
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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
Photo of Philadelphus 'Innocence' flower by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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aka Philadelphus manteau D'Hermine, Philadelphus x lemoinei 'Manteau d' Hermine', Dwarf Mock Orange, Manteau d' Hermine Mock Orange, Mock Orange, Mock Orange Manteau d'Hermine

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

4a-8b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 3"-5'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Philadelphus 'Manteau d'Hermine' flower by Conifer Kingdom
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