Philadelphus purpurascens
Also Known As
- Chinese Mock Orange
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 5'-7'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Philadelphus purpurascens plant details
Philadelphus purpurascens is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer purple and white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Philadelphus purpurascens
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: hydrangeaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 7 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: purple and white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Philadelphus purpurascens
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Gardening facts about Philadelphus purpurascens plant
How to Grow Philadelphus purpurascens
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
- purple
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 6'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 6'-8'
Width: 3'-6'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 3'-10'
Width: 4'-8'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-10'
Width: 5'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 3"-5'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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