Philadelphus 'Buckley's Quill'

Also Known As

Philadelphus x 'Buckley's Quill'
Buckley's Quill Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 5'-6'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Philadelphus 'Buckley's Quill' plant details

Philadelphus 'Buckley's Quill' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies 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, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus 'Buckley's Quill'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, fragrant, hedge

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus 'Buckley's Quill'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, pollution
Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

As intriguing as it is fragrant, this 5-6' Mockorange has large (1") fragrant, double flowers made up of 30 quill-like petals!; hybridized (Frosty Morn x Bouquet Blanc) at the Ottawa Research Station in Canada. S/M

By: Forestfarm

First introduced to Europe along with lilacs by Ambassador Ogier Ghiselin de Busbecq in 1562, this classic and easy-to-grow hollow-branched shrub was used by the Turks to make pipes. Its Latin name means “brotherly love” and its orange blossom-like fragrance has enhanced teas, perfumes, and almost certainly, many friends’ walks in the garden." 30 quill-petaled blooms are stunning.