Philadelphus microphyllus

Also Known As

Littleleaf Mock Orange

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 4'-6'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

6a-11

Philadelphus microphyllus plant details

Philadelphus microphyllus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus microphyllus

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: hydrangeaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, fragrant, hedge, native plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus microphyllus

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

High rocky slopes can yield such seemingly delicate and yet tough plants?this one, a fine-textured shrub to 4', has small leaves with a ?silvered aspect? and very fragrant white flowers; it?s also browse for mountain goats! S/M-D/GDr

By: Forestfarm

One of our own native mock oranges! A lovely, low maintenance ornamental, Philadelphus microphyllus is compact in habit & has lovely cream to white flowers that bloom from late Spring to early Summer, & fill the air with their orange-blossom like scent. Average height & width is 4-6’, & the 1” plus flowers dwarf the small, olive green leaves. Our plants are seed grown, & are therefore slightly variable in leaf, size & flower. Makes a superb informal hedge! Once established, occasional deep watering in Summer should be sufficient to maintain the health & appearance of the plant. Rich soil is best, but not required.