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Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile'

A superb philadelphus which flowers in early summer with one of the most delicious scents of the plant world, reminiscent of orange blossom.
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1 x 2 litre pot

1 x 3 litre pot (510611-3L)

Delivery:

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Direct Sow/ Plant Out
Flowers/ Harvest

Details:

Type
Shrub
Position
Border (Back)
Soil
Broad Tolerance
Flowers
June - July
Height
1.5m (5ft)
Common name
Mock Orange
Moisture
Moist but Well-drained
Aspect
Full Sun
Spread
2.4m (8ft)

Description

A superb philadelphus or 'Mock Orange', which flowers in early summer with one of the most delicious scents of the plant world, reminiscent of orange blossom. This one has large, single white flowers, flushed maroon at the centre.

Care Tips

Prune after flowering, cutting some of the flowered shoots back to younger, new growth which will carry more flowers the following year. One or two main stems can also be cut to the ground.