broad-leaf mock orange

Overview

Broad-leaf mock orange (Philadelphus pubescens) is a deciduous shrub native to forests, clearings and riverbanks in Asia, from northern China, Japan and Korea to India. It can grow to anywhere from 6 to 10 feet tall and wide, with leggy growth and an upright form. It has an abundance of sweet-scented, white flowers during mid to late summer. The foliage is a wonky mix of toothed, ovate green leaf blades that may take on a bronze/gold hue in Autumn. Although Philadelphus pubescens prefers moist, humus-rich soil, it is drought tolerant. This species is a great choice for a wildlife garden or shrub border.

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