PHILADELPHUS 'Pearls of Perfume'
Commonly known as Mock orange, Syringa
Double white flowers on old and new growth
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Good to know
(P. x virginalis) x P. lewisii 'Snow Velvet' -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Garden origin. USA. Rick Grazzini -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Deciduous
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White
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BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Serrate
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Ovate
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Height
1.2m (4ft) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, columnar habit producing flowers to 8cm (3in) across all along the branches
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Pruning group 2
Suitable for: Deciduous shrubs and trees that flower in Spring or early Summer on previous year's growth, including plants that produce new growth at or near ground level.
Pruning: Prune flowered shoots to strong buds. Cut back approximately 1/4 of old shoots to the base to promote replacement growth.
When: Annually, after flowering.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowersHighly scented
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
60cm (24in)
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