Also known as European Mock-Orange · Garden Syringa · Mock-Orange
Sweet Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius) is a deciduous shrub known for its fragrant, white, double flowers resembling orange blossoms in late spring.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Light
25% intensity
Fertilize once in early spring.
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 periods. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter. Good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.
Check the soil moisture by feeling the top few centimeters before watering.
Prune immediately after flowering to shape the shrub and remove any dead or crossing branches. This also encourages more blooms for the following year.
Avoid heavy pruning in late summer or fall, as this can remove next year's flower buds.
Propagate by softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip the cut ends in rooting hormone and plant them in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Semi-hardwood cuttings can also be taken in late summer.
Repot young plants every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Mature shrubs typically do not require frequent repotting and prefer to be established in their location. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sweet Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius)
Where Sweet Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Cornales |
| Family | Hydrangeaceae |
| Genus | Philadelphus |
| Species | Philadelphus coronarius |
Similar in genus Philadelphus
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