Philadelphus coronarius - Bare-Rooted

Philadelphus coronarius, commonly known as Mock Orange, is a large, upright deciduous shrub prized for its highly fragrant, single white flowers. These bowl-shaped, cream-white flowers appear in late spring to early summer, filling the garden with their delightful scent. The shrub reaches up to 3 metres in height and 2 metres in width, making it an excellent choice for mixed shrub borders.

Mock Orange thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers soils that are fertile, moist, but well-drained. It is hardy to frosts, ensuring it can withstand colder climates. The broad, upright growth habit of Philadelphus coronarius adds structure and height to garden designs.

This shrub is well-suited for a variety of garden settings, including city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes. It works beautifully in flower borders and beds, where its fragrant flowers can be fully appreciated.

The mid-green foliage of Mock Orange provides a lush backdrop for its showy flowers, enhancing its ornamental appeal throughout the growing season. The combination of its delightful fragrance, attractive flowers, and robust growth makes Philadelphus coronarius a valuable addition to any garden.

Suggested planting locations for Philadelphus coronarius include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes. It is also effective in flower borders and beds, where its large, fragrant flowers can be fully enjoyed.

Philadelphus coronarius is sometimes referred to by the synonym Philadelphus caucasicus, and it is also known as common syringa.