Illuminati Spice® Mock orange Philadelphus coronarius
2 Gallon Pot
- Part Sun to Sun
- Sun
- Spring
This plant is hardy in zones 4 - 8
Zones are based on the average annual extreme minimum temperature an area is expected to receive during the winter. They are used to determine whether a plant is likely to be perennial in your area. If the number in the green box below is within the zone range listed for the plant, it will be hardy for you and thrive in your climate.
- 4
- 5
- 6
- 7
- 8
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With a smaller, more compact habit, you can plant this spring favorite just about anywhere! Illuminati Spice® mock orange has a 4’ x 4’ rounded form, fitting easily into the middle of the border and even making a handsome low hedge. Its massive double flowers line slightly arched, elegant stems. A high flower count produces a powerful citrusy perfume. It has the same healthy, thick foliage as the other members of the Illuminati series, making a handsome backdrop for plants with summer and fall interest.
Top reasons to grow Illuminati Spice mock orange?
- Highly fragrant blooms
- Useful compact habit
- Healthy looking foliage all growing season long
Characteristics
Plant Needs
The optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Illuminati Spice mock orange can be grown as a small specimen, flowering hedge, or in and amongst perennials and other plants in your landscape.
Will need little pruning - it blooms on old wood, so any pruning you wish to do should be done after flowering.
If you wish to fertilize, one application of a granular rose or garden fertilizer in early spring is sufficient.
The scientific name for mockorange, Philadelphus, translates to "brotherly love." The common name, mockorange, derives from the fragrance of the flowers, which does indeed resemble orange blossoms - even though this plant can grow in far colder climates than actual Citrus
Illuminati Spice® Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPSDW' USPP 35,784, Can PBRAF