Overview

Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' is a bushy deciduous shrub in the genus Philadelphus, part of the Hydrangeaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soil soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, hedging and ornamental.

About

Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' (Snowbelle Mock Orange) is a deciduous shrub cultivar within the Philadelphus genus, known for its fragrant flowers. Like other mock-oranges, it thrives in well-drained, moist soil and prefers full sun to partial shade. This hardy shrub is suitable for a range of garden settings from sheltered to exposed locations. It is commonly used in borders, hedging, and as an ornamental plant. Regular watering during dry spells and pruning after flowering help maintain its shape and encourage new growth.

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

well-drained soil

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

moist

Aspect

East-facing, South-facing, North-facing, West-facing

Exposure

sheltered to exposed

UK hardiness

H5

Plant details

Philadelphus 'Snowbelle' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

deciduous shrub

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Deciduous

Suggested uses

borders, hedging, ornamental

Fragrance

fragrant

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Philadelphus 'Snowbelle'

Cultivation

Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade; water regularly during dry periods.

Pruning

Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Propagation

softwood cuttings in early summer

Pest resistance

Aphids

Disease resistance

Honey fungus, Powdery mildews

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