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Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown'

Also Known As

  • Mexican Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 4'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown' plant details

Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown' is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, fragrant, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction from a wild collection in the highlands of northeastern Mexico. Evergreen, silvery arching shrub to 4 ft weighted down with squared, pure white, intensely fragrant flowers displayed upright & overlapping. Very desirable. Frost hardy in USDA zone 7.

Gardening facts about Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown' plant

How to Grow Philadelphus mexicanus 'Rosemary Brown'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • semi-evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 6'-8'

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Zones

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Size

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