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Tim Wood
Grand Haven, MI, USA

ILLUMINATI ARCH®

Mock Orange

Philadelphus coronarius

'SMNPBD'

PP#32,395; CBRAF

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  • Unique habit
  • Fragrant
  • Heavy bloomer
Description

Philadelphus typically has dull, paper-thin leaves that appear ratty and tattered, but Illuminati Arch philadelphus has thick, handsome, rugged foliage that keeps its deep green color all season long. Early summer brings cascades of white flowers with the sweet, old-fashioned mock orange scent everyone loves.

USDA Zone
4 - 7 (-30°F/-34°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
4'
Width
4'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

Soil

Not finicky about soil, though best growth and flowering is in well-drained soils with even moisture.

Pruning

Blooms on old wood; prune after flowering if desired or required. Benefits from periodic rejuvenation pruning.

Uses

Perennial beds; mixed borders; foundation plantings.

Growing Tips

Grows in part shade, but flowering and fragrance are best with a minimum of 6 hours of sun.

  • Plant of the Week: Plant of the Week August 20, 2020
  • Grower Sheet: Illuminati Arch® Philadelphus Professional Grower Sheet
  • Benchcard: Illuminati Arch® Philadelphus Benchcard
  • Spec Sheet: Illuminati Arch® Mock Orange spec sheet
  • Tag: Illuminati Arch® Philadelphus tag

    • Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Compact, Cut flower, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant, Fragrant

    Filters: Botanical genus: Philadelphus, Common name: Mock Orange, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage

    Features: Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Compact, Cut flower, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant, Fragrant

    Filters: Botanical genus: Philadelphus, Common name: Mock Orange, Retail program: Proven Winners® ColorChoice®, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Bloom time: Spring, White flowers, Green foliage