flowery mock orange
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An attractive, upright, deciduous shrub growing to 3m tall with dark green, toothed, densely hairy foliage and single, four petalled, fragrant, white flowers in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- flowery mock orange (Philadelphus floridus)
- Genus
- Philadelphus
- Family
- Hydrangeaceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 2.5-4 metres
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of flowery mock orange
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of flowery mock orange
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flowery mock orange care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing slight drying between waterings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed monthly during active growth season
Pruning
PruningCut flowered growth back to strong young shoots below, removing up to a fifth of old stems near the base each year. Prune immediately after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood or hardwood cuttings
Growing
GrowingGrow in moist, well drained soil in sun to partial shade. Plant bare root plants in winter when the ground is not frozen or waterlogged. Incorporate lots of well-rotted manure or garden compost to improve the soil and water in well. Mulch in spring
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely) and powdery mildews
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
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