Philadelphus microphyllus (Littleleaf Mock Orange)

Noted for its excellent drought tolerance, Philadelphus microphyllus (Littleleaf Mock Orange) is a multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub with long arching stems clothed with tiny, almost boxwood-like, medium-green leaves. Flowering for several weeks in late spring to early summer, a profusion of very fragrant, small, white flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), are borne singly or in pairs. The bark is tan to reddish-gray and peeling. Showy, low maintenance, and easy to grow, Littleleaf Mock Orange makes a great background shrub or specimen plant.

• Grows up to 4-5 ft. tall and wide (120-150 cm).
• A full sun to partial shade lover, this plant is easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions except for poorly-drained ones. Drought tolerant once established.
• Great for shrub borders, foundation plantings, and informal flowering hedges.
• Generally pest and disease free. Keep an eye out for leaf spot, canker, powdery mildew, and rust.
• Blooms on previous year’s wood, so prune immediately after flowering.
• Native to the southeastern U.S. from Wyoming to southern California and Texas.