Philadelphus coronarius
Planted in open forest and at end of workshop in 2007.
Sweet Mock Orange, English Dogwood
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Family: Hydrangeaceae
Genus: Philadelphus
Species: coronarius
Type: Shrub
Height: 8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Spacing: 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 4a to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
Sun Exposure: Sun
Sun Exposure to: Partial Shade
Bloom Color: White/Near White
Foliage: Decidious
Soil pH from: 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Soil pH to: 8.1 to 8.5 (strongly alkaline)
Propagation Methods: By dividing the rootball. From woody stem cuttings. By simple layering
Seed: Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Otherdetails: Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater. Flowers are fragrant
