Philadelphus lewisii
Mock Orange
Philadelphus lewisii
Category: deciduous shrub Size:
Mature Size: 4-6'
Zone: 3-8 Growth Rate: moderate
Foliage: oval 1-2"
Elevation (if known):
Water: Moderate but is somewhat drought-tolerant once established
Soil : Will grow in poor soils
Sun: Full to partial shade
Comments: Fragrant, white, 2" flowers. Discovered by Meriwether Lewis in 1804. State of Flower of Idaho.
Warnings:
Alamosa Tree Board Recommended? no
Street Tree? no Street Tree Conditions:
CO/NM native? no Native to: NW United States
Known Locations: M&R Loser garden, planted in 2007. Doing ok, needs water.
Information Sources: Sunset Western Garden Book; Wikipedia