Overview
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' is a bushy shrubs in the genus Philadelphus, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 1-1.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. It is low maintenance. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' is a bushy deciduous shrub belonging to the Hydrangeaceae family, commonly known as mock orange 'Lemoinei'. It typically grows to a height and spread of 1 to 1.5 metres, reaching full size within 5 to 10 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types including chalk, loam, clay, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained or well-drained soils across a range of pH levels. It is suitable for all garden aspects and exposures, offering seasonal interest from spring through winter while requiring low maintenance.
About the genus
Philadelphus (mock-orange) is a genus of about 60 species of shrubs from 3–20 ft tall, native to North America, Central America, Asia and (locally) in southeast Europe.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Philadelphus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Clay, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 1-1.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Philadelphus 'Lemoinei'
- Propagation
- Softwood or hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Philadelphus 'Lemoinei'?
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' need?
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam, clay and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' grow?
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 1-1.5 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
Is Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' hardy in the UK?
Philadelphus 'Lemoinei' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Philadelphus 'Lemoinei'?
Softwood or hardwood cuttings.
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