05/18/2026
Plant spotlight!
Mock Orange or Philadelphius is a genus of deciduous shrubs that is known for their fragrant, white flowers that smell like orange blossoms, appearing in late spring and or early summer. They are adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade and various soils, though they dislike wet conditions.
Varieties range in size, from more compact types that are great for use in containers while the larger shrubs work for hedges and privacy borders. They are fairly low maintenance but they do benefit from pruning to maintain shape and encourage new growth, and fertilizing in early spring. One of my favorite spring shrubs!