Water
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Caucasus mock orange (Philadelphus caucasicus) is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant white flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. It's a hardy and adapt
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates light shade.
Regular watering
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained loam
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures and is generally hardy in temperate climates.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer. Compost can also be beneficial.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Prune immediately after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
For older plants, thin out some of the oldest stems to the base to rejuvenate the shrub and improve air circulation.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in mid-summer. Dip the cut ends in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining medium. Alternatively, softwood cuttings can be taken in late spring.
Layering is also an effective method.
Established plants rarely need repotting and prefer to be slightly root-bound. If repotting is necessary, typically for container-grown specimens, do so in early spring before new growth begins.
Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Caucasus Mock Orange (Philadelphus caucasicus)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cornales |
| Family | Hydrangeaceae |
| Genus | Philadelphus |
| Species | Philadelphus caucasicus |
Similar in genus Philadelphus
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
