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AGR Canada
Ottawa, Canada

‘Snow Dwarf’

Mockorange

Philadelphus x

'Snow Dwarf'

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Close up of white Snow Dwarf Philadelphus bloom Close up of two white Snow Dwarf Philadelphus blooms
  • Fragrant
  • Dwarf habit
  • Deer resistant
Description

'Snow Dwarf' mockorange was selected for its dwarf habit and abundance of fragrant flowers. Flowers are pure white, up to 1 1/2" acrross. It was developed by AGR Canada in Ottawa, an indication of its excellent hardiness.

USDA Zone
4 - 7 (-30°F/-34°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
2 - 3'
Width
2 - 3'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Late spring
Flower Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4"

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.

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

Filters: Botanical genus: Philadelphus, Common name: Mockorange, Retail program: Local Roots®, 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: Fragrant, Deer resistant, Attracts pollinators, Drought tolerant, Clay soil, Alkaline soil

Filters: Botanical genus: Philadelphus, Common name: Mockorange, Retail program: Local Roots®, 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