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Philadelphus madrensis

Also Known As

  • Philadelphus maderense
  • Desert Mountain Mock Orange
  • Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Philadelphus madrensis plant details

Philadelphus madrensis is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer burgundy and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus madrensis

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in summer
Uses: compact, fragrant, rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus madrensis

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sweet little mock orange, native to the US Southwest and extremely drought tolerant, with highly fragrant, small white flowers, sometimes rose-centered, and small leaves, to only 1/2". A deciduous shrub, to 4 ft tall, for bright light and lean, well-drained soil. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7 and possibly into upper zone 6.

Gardening facts about Philadelphus madrensis plant

How to Grow Philadelphus madrensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • burgundy
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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