PHILADELPHUS affinis
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PHILADELPHUS affinis
Commonly known as Mock orange, Syringa
£20.00
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Aphids, powdery mildew -
Place of origin
Northeastern Mexico -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Cup-shaped
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Frost hardy (down to -5)
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft)
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Tall ShrubScandent shrub using stems as support to grow through trees or pergolas. Produces large flowers in elongated panicles
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
Hardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Scented flowers
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Full sun
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size5m (16ft)
2m (6½ft)
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Philadelphus - Growing Guide