mock orange
Philadelphus pekinensis
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Mock orange (Philadelphus pekinensis) requires regular watering to thrive. Water the soil whenever the top inch feels dry. Add water until it runs out of the bottom of the pot and discard the excess. During the summer, water the plant every 7 to 10 days or more often in periods of extreme heat. During the winter, water less, only when the soil feels dry. In order for the mock orange to stay healthy, it is important to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
sunlight
Mock orange (Philadelphus pekinensis) requires full sun or partial shade, meaning plants should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. The best time of day to receive sunlight is in the morning, as this allows the leaves to dry off quickly, which helps prevent pests and diseases. In the afternoon, intense sunlight can result in sunburn or leaf burns. Mock orange will tolerate part shade, but in these conditions it will flower less and may become leggy. If your mock orange is in a shady spot, try moving it to a spot with more light.
pruning
Mock orange (Philadelphus pekinensis) should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Pruning should be done to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches, as well as any branches that are crossing or rubbing against 1 another. It is also beneficial to reduce the plant's overall size and maintain the desired shape, remove some of the oldest branches, and thin the interior of the shrub. When removing the oldest branches, it should be done gently and gradually over a period of several years. This will ensure the shrub remains healthy and avoids any shock to the plant.
