About
A deciduous shrub to 1.2m high with upright, arching stems and ovate, mid-green leaves to 4cm long. Produces abundant, scented single white flowers in early summer.
About the genus
Philadelphus are deciduous shrubs with simple, opposite leaves and bowl-shaped, usually fragrant flowers which may be solitary or in small panicles or racemes in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeShrubs
HabitColumnar upright
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height5-10 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Cottage and informal garden
FragranceFlower
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any moderately fertile, well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade
PruningPruning group 2, after flowering
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in summer, or by hardwood cuttings in autumn or winter
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and powdery mildews