Mock orange typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
mock orange
Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG' ILLUMINATI TOWER
Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG' ILLUMINATI TOWER) is an evergreen shrub with a profusion of fragrant star-shaped white blooms. In spring and early summer, the mock orange creates a flamboyant display which spreads a citrus scent around a garden. Its upright, medium-sized green foliage forms a tidy and attractive shape throughout the year. It tolerates drought conditions and short periods of cold with ease. Mock Orange 'SMNPVG' ILLUMINATI TOWER is strong and vigorous with exceptional hardiness, making it an ideal choice for both informal and formal landscaped gardens.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation,Grafting Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Water the Mock Orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG' ILLUMINATI TOWER) regularly, keeping the soil moist but not saturated with water. Depending on the condition of the soil, this may mean watering every day to several times per week. During the months when the plant is actively growing, from spring through fall, you may need to increase your watering frequency. During the winter months, you can allow the soil to dry out more between waterings. To avoid drowning the roots, always check the soil to be sure it is not waterlogged.
sunlight
Mock orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG' ILLUMINATI TOWER) should receive full sun (6-8 hours) or partial sun (3-5 hours) throughout the day. This type of plant grows best in areas with a moderate climate where temperatures don't drop below freezing. When temperatures do dip to freezing, it is best to provide protection with mulching or other means of insulation. It also benefits from some afternoon shade in areas with intense summer heat.
pruning
Mock orange (Philadelphus coronarius 'SMNPVG' ILLUMINATI TOWER) should be pruned in late winter or early spring before any signs of growth have begun. For best results, only prune out dead, damaged, and weak branches. For reformative and renewal pruning, remove up to 1-third of older stems to the ground. Removing some of the oldest stems each year helps keep your mock orange vigorous and healthy. Additionally, selective pruning of any rubbing or crossing branches should be done to maintain good structure and form.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Starts Flowering
Mock orange typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
