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    Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

    Also Known As

    • Philadelphus x 'Belle Etoile'
    • Belle Etoile Mock Orange

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 6'-8'
    • W: 3'-6'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' plant details

    Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring burgundy and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: hydrangeaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
    Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in spring
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, fragrant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Came to us from Phillip Curtis Nursery back in the 80's. This plant has been lovely. In May-June the white flowers have a lavender purple center. Very fragrant.

    By: Gossler Farms

    The abundant! very fragrant! large! 2" creamy-white flowers borne by this lovely compact (to 6') shrub are flushed with maroon in the center. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    Its name conjures thoughts of beautiful stars (Belle Etoile). Brushed with maroon at the base of each of the four petals, the white flowers unfurl just when spring blooming shrubs are finishing their display. In close proximity to an entrance or walkway amid Luzula 'Auslese' and Geranium 'Ingwersen's Variety', this graceful shrub is easy to grow, deliciously scented and unmistakably choice.

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    White fragrant flowers with a maroon blotch spring, drought tolerant once established. Hardy zones 5-8.

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    Mockoranges are fast-growing, vigorous shrubs with fountain-like shapes. What they are most know, however, is their showy white flowers with orange stamens and their strong fragrance reminiscent of orange blossoms. 'Belle Etoile' produces profuse and exceptionally fragrant white flowers 2¼ inches in diameter, with yellow anthers and a light purple blotch at the base of each petal. Great Plant Picks - Miller Botanical Garden who describes the fragrance as "sensational".

    By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

    Coming in near the end of the mock orange blooming period this richly scented selection is lower growing and the flowers have a rose-purple center. 6 x 6'.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    A must have for the fragrant garden, this deciduous shrub has late spring flowers, white with a maroon blotch near the center and a sweet, spicy fragrance. Delicious! Large and rangy, to 6' tall and wide in full sun or, in the hottest summer climates, light shade with protection from western sun. Provide well-drained soil for best appearance and regular summer water for best blooms. Can be stooled to rejuvenate. Frost hardy in USDA zone 5. Hydrangeaceae

    By: Cistus Nursery

    Gardening facts about Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile' plant

    How to Grow Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white
      • burgundy

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Plant Type

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    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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    Philadelphus coronarius 'Variegatus'

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 3'-10'

    Width: 4'-8'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Philadelphus 'Innocence'

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    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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    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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    Philadelphus 'Snow Dwarf'

    aka Dwarf Mock Orange

    Plant Type

    Shrub

    Zones

    4a-8b

    Size

    Height: 2'-5'

    Width: 2'-3'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Philadelphus 'Snow Dwarf' flower by Far Reaches Farm
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