mock orange

Mock orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'Romanizam' Romantic Knight) is a deciduous shrub that needs regular watering during the growing season. During the summer, these plants should receive about an inch of water per week, either from rainfall or from supplemental irrigation. When rainfall is insufficient, water twice a week for best results. In the fall, when the plant begins to go dormant, reduce the amount of watering you provide, only watering lightly when the soil is dry to the touch. In winter, the plant doesn't need extra water, but make sure to provide enough if conditions are unusually dry or hot.

The Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'Romanizam' Romantic Knight) species of plant prefers full sun for much of the day. 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight is ideal for this species. If grown in an area with less direct sunlight, the plant may develop fewer flowers and have a poor shape. To maximize its beauty without giving it too much sun, place it in a sun-dappled, partially shaded area. It may also be beneficial to provide some late afternoon shade, especially during hot summer months, to help protect the leaves from overheating.

Mock orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'Romanizam' ROMANTIC KNIGHT) should be pruned in late summer or early fall, after their blooming season is finished. Pruning should be limited to removal of dead, damaged, or diseased branches, and thinning out of overcrowded branches to promote air movement and light penetration. Avoid heavy pruning of new growth as this may reduce next year's flower production. When pruning, it is important to use sterile pruning tools in order to avoid the spread of disease.