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Philadelphus 'Snowbelle'

Also Known As

  • Snowbelle Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 4"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' plant details

Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus 'Snowbelle'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: compact, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus 'Snowbelle'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This delightfully compact mockorange is renowned for its plentiful bloom of orange-blossom scented, double white flowers in late spring to early summer. This is a multi-stemmed, upright, deciduous shrub with lovely dark-green foliage, reaching only 3-4' tall and equally wide. This easy-care cultivar is noted for having exceptional heat and cold tolerance. Mockorange make wonderful plants for moonlit gardens where you can enjoy the flowers and their perfume! S-PSh/M
'Snowbelle' is a wise choice for the smaller garden growing just 3-4' x 3-4'. Adorned with beautiful, pure white buds in early summer, the shrub becomes smothered in wonderfully fragrant, stunning, white double blossoms. Minimum temperature: -20°F
Gorgeous terminal clusters of snowy white, double blossoms ring in summer, filling the air with zesty citrus aromas. Whether it's 'Snowbells's diminutive deep green foliage, the bouquets of a June wedding or a vase on your table, the amazing floral profusion affords a timeless elegance. Small enough for a garden urn or for flanking a pathway, this handsome, low growing Canadian cultivar exhibits a tidy, compact profile, and exceptional heat and cold tolerance.
This mock orange will be 3-4' tall. The flowers are double white in late May-June. Can be grown in even the smallest garden.

Gardening facts about Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' plant

How to Grow Philadelphus 'Snowbelle'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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