Photo of Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow' flower, foliage by Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow'

Also Known As

  • Desert Snow Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 6'

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

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Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow' plant details

Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Philadelphus 'Desert Snow' is a smaller growing mock orange. Maybe to 6'-8' in time. The flowers are small but are very fragrant in May-June.
Early summer single white flowers on 4 ft tall plants produce a heavenly fragrance reminiscent of grape and cinnamon. This is an excellent selection and continuing favorite. Minimum temperature: -20 °F

Gardening facts about Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow' plant

How to Grow Philadelphus microphyllus 'Desert Snow'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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