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Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange

Philadelphus lewisii × coronarius 'G15097' PP 32,770

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: This shrub performs best in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct light to maximize bloom density. While it handles partial shade well, you will notice fewer flowers and a slightly less compact growth habit in lower light.
  • Soil: It thrives in rich, well drained soil but is adaptable to most types as long as they do not stay soggy. If you have heavy clay, mix in some organic compost at planting time to improve drainage and prevent "wet feet."

Watering Requirements

During the first year, water your Mock Orange deeply twice a week to help the roots dive deep into the soil. Once established, it is remarkably drought tolerant, though consistent moisture ensures the most fragrant and abundant flower display. If the soil stays bone dry for too long during the summer, the plant may skip setting its secondary flush of blooms.

Pruning Tips

Pearls of Perfume™ is unique because it blooms on both old and new wood, but you should still prune immediately after the first major spring flowering. Think of this like a post bloom haircut where you remove about a third of the oldest stems down to the ground to encourage fresh, vigorous growth. This timing ensures you do not accidentally cut off the buds forming for next year while keeping the shrub tidy.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as new green growth begins to emerge. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this stimulates tender new growth that can be easily damaged by the first winter frost. A simple organic plant food applied once a year provides all the nutrients needed for those iconic double white flowers.

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Talk about garden jewelry! Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange PP#32,770 (Philadelphus lewisii x coronarius 'G15097') is a compact flowering shrub that shines with pearly-white blooms in late spring. This reblooming beauty is a deciduous shrub with highly fragrant, citrus-scented flowers that arrive in clusters, filling the air with their intoxicating perfume.

This hybrid marvel from Southern Living® Plants combines the best of its parent species - Philadelphus lewisii (the native Mock Orange of the Pacific Northwest) and Philadelphus coronarius (the beloved European variety). The result? A compact, upright habit, sturdy branching, and glossy green leaves set the stage for its pure-white blossoms. After flowering, the shrub's neat, bushy form continues to provide lush greenery throughout summer.

With roots tracing back to both European gardens and North American landscapes, Mock Orange has been prized for centuries as a symbol of purity, remembrance, and love. It belongs to the Hydrangeaceae family, making it a cousin to Hydrangeas and Deutzias. Native species like P. lewisii have long been valued by Indigenous peoples of the Northwest for their sturdy wood and fragrant flowers.

Key Features

  • Deciduous flowering shrub
  • Highly fragrant, citrus-scented blooms
  • Reblooming variety with clusters of white flowers
  • Compact upright form - 4-5 feet tall, 3-4 feet wide
  • Hybrid of Philadelphus lewisii × P. coronarius
  • Attracts pollinators & adds seasonal drama

Landscaping Uses

Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange is a versatile mid-sized shrub with a heavenly scent - perfect for patios, walkways, or cutting gardens! Growing 4-5 feet tall and 3-4 feet wide, it makes the perfect flowering bush for borders, hedges, or as a stand-alone garden accent.

  • Plant as a foundation shrub near entries for maximum fragrance
  • Use as a mid-size hedge or screen
  • Beautiful in cottage gardens and mixed shrub borders
  • Perfect for cutting gardens - long-lasting, perfumed blooms
  • Great companion to Roses, Lilac bushes, and Peonies

Care & Maintenance

Hardy in USDA zones 5-8, Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange is a deciduous shrub that loves full sun to part shade. Once established, it's low-maintenance and quite tolerant of average garden conditions.

  • Planting Time - Best planted in spring or fall
  • Sun Requirements - Full sun to part shade (more sun = better blooms)
  • Soil Requirements - Well-drained, fertile soil - tolerates loam, sand, and clay if drainage is good
  • Moisture Needs - Moderate - keep evenly moist during the first year (use the Finger Test); drought-tolerant once established
  • Mulch - Apply a 3-4 inch layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature
  • Fertilization Needs - Light feeding in spring with balanced shrub fertilizer; compost is also excellent
  • Pruning Info - Blooms on old wood - prune lightly after flowering to shape and encourage new growth; remove spent flowers to extend bloom period (deadheading tips here)
  • Special Perks - Deer-resistant, heat-tolerant, fragrant, attracts pollinators
  • Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong root support!

A Perfumed Garden Treasure!

With its heavenly citrus fragrance, pearly-white flowers, and compact size, Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange is a must-have shrub that brings old-fashioned charm with modern ease. Order your Pearls of Perfume™ Mock Orange today and start enjoying its intoxicating fragrance from naturehills.com!

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