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mock orange 'Erectus'

Philadelphus 'Erectus'

Low MaintenanceFragrant

Genus: Philadelphus
Family: Hydrangeaceae

About this plant

a small, erect shrub with small, narrowly ovate leaves and richly scented, creamy white flowers, to around 2.5cm across, that are abundantly produced in summer

Growing Information

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Hardiness

H6

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

ClayChalkLoamSandy

pH

Acid

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Alkaline

Neutral

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

West FacingSouth FacingEast FacingNorth Facing

Exposure

ShelteredExposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in a moderately fertile, moist but well-drained to well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade; well suited to a woodland setting

Pruning

Pruning group 2

Propagation

Propagate by softwood or hardwood cuttings

Pests

Aphids may be a problem

Diseases

May be affected by powdery mildews

Garden Uses

Uses

Ground CoverCottage InformalFlower Borders

Planting Places

Outdoor

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumn

Size & Characteristics

Height

1.5-2.5 Metres

Spread

1-1.5 Metres

Habit

Climbing

Time to Full Height

Ten To Twenty Years