Snow White™ Mock Orange

Name: Snow White™ Mock Orange
Brand: First Editions
SKU: 19466
Price: 35.88 USD
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Philadelphus 'Snowwhite Fantasy' PP13

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

Sunlight: This shrub performs best in full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct light daily to maximize its signature white blooms and maintain a dense shape. While it handles partial shade, you will notice fewer flowers and a more leggy, open growth habit in lower light.
Soil: It thrives in rich, well drained soil but is adaptable to most types. If you have heavy clay, mix in some organic compost at planting to improve drainage, as "wet feet" can lead to root rot.

Watering Requirements

During the first year, water deeply twice a week to ensure the root system anchors properly. Once mature, this variety is quite drought tolerant, though a lack of water during summer dry spells will lead to smaller flowers the following spring. Aim for consistent moisture to keep the foliage lush and prevent the plant from dropping leaves early.

Pruning Tips

Mock Orange blooms on old wood, meaning the flower buds for next year are set shortly after this year's blossoms fade. The best time to prune is immediately after the flowers drop in early summer. Think of it like a rejuvenating haircut: remove the oldest, woodiest stems down to the ground to encourage fresh, vigorous growth that will carry more scent and flowers.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced, slow release fertilizer in early spring just as the new growth begins to emerge. Avoid using high nitrogen fertilizers late in the summer because this stimulates tender new growth that will not have time to harden off before the first frost. This late season growth is very susceptible to winter kill and can weaken the overall health of the shrub.

Delivery and Shipping

Preorder Shipping Schedule

We ship your plants when it's safe to transport them to your zone. Dates are estimated and subject to weather delays.

Zone 3-4	Week of March 30th
Zone 5	Week of March 16th
Zone 6-12	Week of March 2nd

Shipping Rates

Ships in 7-10 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected

Under $50	$9.99
$50 - $99.99	$14.99
$100 - $149.99	$16.99
$150 - $198.99	$24.99
$199+	FREE

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Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Lavish some love in your landscape design with these showy shrubs. Count on these reliable, rounded plants to add spectacular features you'll appreciate for many, many years. Double white blooms cover First Editions® Snow White™ Mock Orange (Philadelphus 'Snowwhite Fantasy') twice a year. Each snowy bloom emits the clean scent of oranges to perfume your yard!

Make your neighbors happy with their heavenly scent. Snow White™ is a hardy, flowering Mock Orange that blooms first in spring and then again in summer.

Plant this superior modern cultivar for its free-flowering clusters of fragrant double flowers, borne at the ends of its branches. Even if you live in Minnesota, you'll feel like you dropped into an orange grove in Florida. Welcome each new growing season with the sight and aroma of these pure white flowers. Each fluffy bloom is packed with petals.

Cut a few boughs for indoor arrangements, or simply leave them on the shrub to support butterflies with their nectar. Snow White™ Mock Orange is well-known for its recurrent flush of double, white blooms in summer, so you'll have plenty to share!

With densely held foliage on arching branches...these rounded shrubs can grow into a magical flowering screen. Vibrant dark green, ovate leaves absolutely gleam in the sunshine. Hardy Snow White™ performs beautifully in urban environments. Reap all its benefits, including beautiful bloom, citrusy scent and lush growth as a screen.

Planting and Application:

Plant Snow White™ Mock Orange, then breathe a big sigh of relief. Even beginning gardeners can grow these carefree shrubs! Give them as a gift plant for a housewarming present. Call them "living aromatherapy" and you'll make your loved ones very happy!

Snow White™ Mockorange smells so good...you'll want to use several in high-profile areas of your own yard, too! Plant them in a row as a privacy hedge where their gorgeous foliage will screen your patio all season.

Place them 30 inches apart to create a solid screen. You'll measure from the center of one to the center of the next. For a more organic look, install a curved planting bed and plant them in a drift. Start with a single shrub on either end, then double or triple up near the middle in a loose zigzagging planting pattern. Vary the spacing between and the depth from front to back. Mix in your favorite Rose of Sharon and Shrub Roses for a custom look!

Try one at the corner of your home to anchor your foundation planting. If you have the space, use a trio of them to pump up the visual impact. Snow White™ can even be grown in large containers for many years! Decorate your balcony or porch with their beauty and bouquet.

They work beautifully by your driveway or garage. As a bonus, their sweet fragrant flowers and multi-stemmed form will both mask and hide your garbage cans at the same time!

Deliciously Fragrant - Fresh, Citrusy Scent
Reblooming Variety - Showy Pure White Double Blooms
Nectar-Rich Flowers Support Butterflies and Beneficial Pollinators
Long-Lasting Cut Flower Arrangements
Compact Variety With Glossy, Dark Green Foliage
Beautiful in Containers, Hedges, & Fragrant Specimen

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Plant them in a sunny spot that gets at least six hours of sunlight a day. The more sun, the more flowers! Mock Orange roots can't tolerate wet soil, so needs well-drained soils to thrive. If you have soggy, low spots where you want to use them...bring in additional soil three feet wide by 18 inches high for a planting mound. Be sure to use Nature Hills Root Booster when planting to help your new shrub's tiny feeder roots take up micronutrients. The symbiotic ingredients work continuously over the entire life of the plant. Moderate water is required regularly. Set up a schedule of supplemental water, if you don't get adequate rainfall. Mulch over the roots, but pull it back away from touching the stems.

Train your shrubs to produce plenty of side branches with yearly pruning right after the flowers fade. Do a simple pinching back after the flowers are finished to encourage lateral buds to develop. This will help your shrub develop a full, bushy growth habit over time. Simply snip off the last few inches of every branch. When planted properly, the plant can tolerate brief periods of drought, and it is deer resistant. This carefree beauty has no real pest or disease problems.

Widely Adaptable in Full Sun
Enriched Well-Drained Soil & Regular Moisture
Prune After Flowering
Low Maintenance & Easy to Grow
Exceptionally Cold Hardy

Let Snow White™ perfume your life twice a year! You'll cherish their prolific production of pristine blooms for decades to come. Order high-quality First Editions® Snow White™ Mock Orange from the Nature Hills shrub experts today!

Botanical Name

Philadelphus 'Snowwhite Fantasy' PP13
Class
- Magnoliopsida
Species

hybrid
Cultivar

Snowwhite Fantasy
Growing Zones

4-8
Height

5-6 ft
Width

4-5 ft
Sunlight
- Full sun
Growth Rate

Moderate
Flower Color
- White
Leaf Color
- Green
Native

Yes
Fragrant

Yes
Bloom Period

Late Spring, Early Summer
Does Not Ship To

AK, HI, ID, MT, PR

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Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones is Snow White™ Mock Orange suitable for?

Snow White™ Mock Orange thrives in USDA zones 4-8, handling cold Minnesota winters with ease. This hardy shrub performs exceptionally well in urban environments and challenging conditions. Plant with confidence knowing it will reliably bloom twice yearly even in colder northern climates.

What is the mature size of Snow White™ Mock Orange at full growth?

Snow White™ Mock Orange reaches 4-6 feet tall and wide at maturity, forming a rounded, densely branched shrub. The arching growth habit makes it perfect for privacy screens when planted 30 inches apart. Shop this fragrant bloomer at naturehills.com.

Does Snow White™ Mock Orange grow well in full sun or does it need shade?

Snow White™ Mock Orange thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions. This hardy shrub performs beautifully even in challenging urban environments with plenty of sunlight. For best flowering and fragrance, plant in a location that receives at least 6 hours of direct sun daily.

What type of soil does Snow White™ Mock Orange prefer for planting?

Snow White™ Mock Orange thrives in well-draining soil and adapts to various soil types. This hardy shrub tolerates urban conditions and poor soils once established. Plant in average garden soil with good drainage for best flowering performance.

How often should I water Snow White™ Mock Orange, especially after planting?

Water newly planted Snow White™ Mock Orange deeply twice weekly for the first month, then weekly once established. This hardy shrub is quite drought tolerant after its first season. Check soil moisture 2 inches down and water when dry, available at naturehills.com.

When is the best time to prune Snow White™ Mock Orange?

Prune Snow White™ Mock Orange immediately after its spring bloom cycle ends. Since this variety blooms twice yearly (spring and summer), early pruning preserves the summer flush. Remove spent flowers and shape the shrub in late spring for best results.

Is Snow White™ Mock Orange deer-resistant or do I need to protect it?

Snow White™ Mock Orange is generally deer-resistant due to its strong citrus fragrance, which deer typically avoid. The aromatic double blooms that perfume your yard in spring and summer naturally deter browsing. In areas with heavy deer pressure, consider planting near patios or high-traffic areas where the scent is strongest.

Does Snow White™ Mock Orange come with a warranty or guarantee if it arrives damaged?

Nature Hills stands behind their plants with a one-year warranty against defects and shipping damage. If your Snow White™ Mock Orange arrives damaged or fails to establish within the first year, they'll replace it. Contact customer service immediately upon delivery with photos of any damage for fastest resolution.

Is Snow White™ Mock Orange fragrant, and how strong is the scent?

Snow White™ Mock Orange produces intensely fragrant double white blooms with a clean citrus scent that perfumes the entire yard. The fragrance is strong enough to make neighbors happy and creates a natural aromatherapy effect. Plant near patios or walkways to fully enjoy the orange-like aroma during spring and summer blooms.

What fertilizers or maintenance does Snow White™ Mock Orange need in spring?

Snow White™ Mock Orange requires minimal spring maintenance once established. Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins, and add a 2-3 inch layer of mulch around the base. Prune lightly after the first spring bloom if needed to maintain shape.