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Snow White™ Mockorange
Philadelphus ‘Snowwhite Fantasy’ PP13,774
Description & Overview
Steaming with 2” double white flowers, Snow White™ Mockorange is a staple to add to any landscape. Applicable as a border-shrub or backdrop to other flowering plants, the fragrant and intense dark green leaves create a beautiful and easy addition to a garden. The ease of maintenance and simple soil conditions, and tolerance of light shade are simple provisions to incorporate.
Core Characteristics
Suggested Uses:
Snow White™ Mockorange can be used in many different sites within a landscape. The most important consideration to account for is the amount of sunlight. It is essential that the Snow White™ Mockorange receives at least 5 hours of sunlight a day. The plant prefers ‘Full Sun’, but can tolerate periods of dappled sunlight. Without enough light the plants’ blooms will not meet our aspirations. The moisture level in the soil is also important, being sure that the soil stays moist through the hot summer months, being careful not to over-saturate. The beautiful white flowers cascading from a large shrub make a perfect backdrop to a rose garden or any perennial flower bed. It can also act as a privacy shrub on a border, or the statement of a foundation planting.
Wildlife Value:
Snow White™ Mockorange is fairly resistant to deer and rabbits. There may be occasional browsing, but this shrub is a lesser concern than with many plant choices. The dense branches are a good nesting spot for birds and the highly fragrant flowers attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. Other small critters may take shelter in the density of the branches, resulting in all-round value for wildlife.
Maintenance Tips:
Snow White™ Mockorange is a very simple shrub to maintain. If the plant is being used in a border and has aspirations of growing tall, simply prune-to-shape after it finishes flowering. It can also be left to its’ own, in areas where the aesthetics aren’t as important, and a slightly wilder look is preferred. Pruning after flowering ensures that the buds will not have been developed yet and will not be lost. Fertilizing with a low even NPK ratio is all this plant needs in the spring, along with consistent weekly watering.
Pests/Problems:
There are few pest problems that arise on the Snow White™ Mockorange. Aphids, thrips and other small insects may appear later in the season when the humidity and the temperatures are high. These are only to be a slight concern, and the problem can worsen or improve depending on the year. Generally, the health of the plant is not affected, and the it will continue to thrive through the next year. Another common problem is if the soil becomes too dry, causing the plant to wither. Avoid this by consistently watering if the season is overly dry.
Leaf Lore:
The name Philadelphus is said to be a Greek Word for ‘loving one’s brother or sister’. This is a Grecian and Roman family name possibly from Ptolemy Philadelphus, a king in third century B.C.
Companion Plants:
There are many plants that can be paired with the Mockorange to create a beautiful landscape. In the forefront, roses make a great parter. Also, Spirea, Weigela and barberries can provide good contrast. Other border/privacy plant to pair with the Mockorange are; Dogwoods (Cornus spp.), Witchhazel (Hamamelis virginiana), Chokeberry (Aronia spp.), and Lilacs (Syringa spp).
