Philadelphus 'Virginal'
mock orange
In June and July this lovely deciduous shrub is smothered with highly fragrant, double, pure white flowers among dark green leaves that...
The best white double beyond a doubt - with a mixture of lemon and vanilla scent on a medium-shrub - adored by bees and very good with old-fashioned roses
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Philadelphus Virginal:
Please note:
GOES WELL WITH
August pruning of trees, shrubs and climbers
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