About
Philadelphus subcanus var. wilsonii, Wilson's mock orange, is a large, upright, deciduous shrub producing the characteristic dark-green foliage and clusters of aromatic, white flowers of the genus in summer. A rewarding and ornamental mock orange for a sunny, well-drained border.
About the genus
Philadelphus, the mock oranges, are deciduous shrubs with simple, opposite leaves and bowl-shaped, usually strongly fragrant, white or cream flowers borne singly or in small panicles or racemes in summer. Reliable and popular garden shrubs.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, hedging, specimen planting.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil in sun or part shade.
PruningPrune after flowering or late winter.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.