Water
Water consistently, especially during dry spells. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Check soil moisture by feeling an inch or two below the surface.
Hairy mock orange (Philadelphus incanus) is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant white flowers, typically blooming in late spring to early summer. It offers attractiv
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, generally hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize in spring before growth starts.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, especially during dry spells. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Check soil moisture by feeling an inch or two below the surface.
Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage future blooms. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. For larger shrubs, thin out older stems to the ground to promote vigorous new growth.
Propagate from softwood cuttings taken in early summer or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer. Root cuttings in moist, well-draining potting mix.
Can also be propagated from seed, but this is slower and may not result in true-to-type plants.
Repot mature plants only when root-bound, typically every 2-3 years. Use a larger container with fresh, well-draining potting soil. Repot in early spring before new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Hairy Mock Orange (Philadelphus incanus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cornales |
| Family | Hydrangeaceae |
| Genus | Philadelphus |
| Species | Philadelphus incanus |
Similar in genus Philadelphus
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