Description

If you've always loved the heavenly fragrance and old-fashioned charm of Mock Orange but didn't have room for one in your garden meet 'Illuminati Arch', a new generation Philadelphus that grows to only 4 feet tall and wide and excels in flower power and fragrance. In spring, this Mock Orange puts on a spectacular flower show with its abundance of extremely double flowers with white petals. The wonderful aroma is reminiscent of orange blossoms, hence the name. Deep green leaves clothe the stems that arch at the top. Very easy to grow, Mock Orange is one touch but pretty plant with high resistance to deer and is hardy, adaptable to many soils and long-lived. Make sure to plant this aromatic wonder near windows, patios, decks and other outdoor living spaces where the sweet fragrance and pretty flowers can be enjoyed from closer up.

Landscape & Garden Uses

Growing to only 4 feet tall and wide, the Illuminati Mock Orange is ideal for use as an accent, in groupings, or as a colorful and fragrant hedge. It is a fine addition to a sunny flowering shrub border, fragrance gardens, white theme gardens, cut flower gardens, and the cottage garden.

Mock Orange is exceptionally easy to grow in most any moist but well-drained soil and lots of sun. Some shade is tolerated however it will flower more profusely in full sun. Is drought tolerant once established, however will appreciate a good weekly soaking during an extended drought in the hottest part of the summer. If you see the leaves starting to wilt just give the plant a good drink. Can be pruned after flowering for shaping. Avoid pruning in fall or winter as Mock Orange blooms on old wood (the previous year's growth). Rejuvenation pruning is the favored method as it will encourage heavier budding and blooming. Every few years after flowering simply cut out about one-third of the stems starting with the largest first.