Scentless mock orange (Philadelphus inodorus)

Scentless mock orange

Scentless mock orange is an easy-to-grow deciduous shrub. Liked by gardeners for its ability to grow in a variety of soils, it is noted for its stunning blooms which contrast well with its dark foliage. Scentless mock orange is disease, drought, and pest tolerant and has been utilized as a slope stabilizer as well as a border hedge. It is heat and humidity resistant.

Scientific classification

Species

Scentless mock orange (Philadelphus inodorus)

Dogwoods, hydrangeas, and allies

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91 cm to 3 m

Plant Height

1.2 m to 1.8 m

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

2.5 cm

Flower Size

White

Flower Color

Green

Stem Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Summer

Growth Season

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Distribution of Scentless mock orange

Distribution Map

Philadelphus inodorus (P. inodorus), originally from North America, now spans continents from Europe, Central Asia to South America and Australia. Scentless mock orange thrives in a variety of new environments, where it is introduced and cultivated, suggesting a robust adaptability outside its native range.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Hemisphere Trend Curve

Northern

Sorthern

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Upright growth habit becoming arching

White flowers lacking fragrance

Fruit capsule splits into 4 sections

Opposite leaves, oblong, sparsely serrated

Light brown stem with raised leaf scars

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Care Guide for Scentless mock orange

Every 2 weeks

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Scentless mock orange prefers moderate moisture, thriving with consistent hydration and tolerating brief dry spells. Water every two weeks to ensure optimal health. Typically grown outdoors, it requires adequate water availability during its growing season to support lush foliage and robust growth.

Fertilize: Fertilize scentless mock orange annually in early spring with a balanced fertilizer to enhance growth and health. Follow manufacturer's guidelines for application and water thoroughly afterward. Avoid over-fertilization to prevent root burn, and adjust based on growth phases or nutrient-rich soils.

Pruning: Scentless mock orange thrives with pruning, especially in late spring after blooming. Focus on removing dead wood and overcrowded branches to boost air circulation. Clean cuts promote healing and prevent disease, ensuring scentless mock orange remains vigorous and well-shaped.

Propagation: Scentless mock orange is propagated using semi-hardwood cuttings from healthy stems, each with three nodes. Use rooting hormone and plant in well-draining soil. Maintain humidity with a plastic cover or greenhouse. Rooting occurs in a few weeks, allowing for transplantation thereafter.

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