Philadelphus lewisii 'Lewis'
Wild Mockorange
Lewis Mockorange
Plant Family:
Hydrangeaceae
Med - Lg Shrub (usually >3' and never < 1.5')
Flower:
White
Blooms :
May
to:
Jul
White flowers with 4-5 petals, 1.5" across. 3 to 11 in a cluster. Sweet scent similar to orange blossoms.
Botanical Description
Fragrant?
Yes
Foliage:
Green
Deciduous
Kathy Ketchum
Simple oval glossy green leaves, growing opposite
Oregon Native?
Yes
West State Native?
Yes
Northwest CA north to BC, east to ID and MT
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
L
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
Yes
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
5-8'
Spread:
5-8'
Growth Rate:
Medium
Native Habitat:
Western US
Soil:
Adaptable to sandy, loam and clay soil
Care Recommendations
Maintenance Level:
Low
Fertilizer:
Mulch:
Long Term:
Winter:
Spring:
Prune immediately after bloom to control size and shape
Summer:
Fall:
Common Problems
No serious diseases or stresses
Diseases:
Insects:
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