Philadelphus lewisii
Wild Mock Orange
Description
Lewis Mock Orange is a broad rounded to upright shrub. Numerous dense racemes of 1"-1 1/4" pure white flowers appear in early summer. Flowers have a subtle, sweet fragrance. It was discovered by Meriwether Lewis and named in his honor. It needs full sunlight. It is native to the western part of the U.S. -Fort Collins Nursery
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Ranch, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Background, Foundation, Raised Planter
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.