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Philadelphus Mexicanus
Philadelphus Mexicanus
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Common Name:
Mexican Mock Orange
Description:
Philadelphus mexicanus, commonly known as Mexican Mock Orange, is a vigorous evergreen shrub celebrated for its profusion of creamy-white, cup-shaped flowers that exude a delightful rose-like fragrance. Blooming from late spring to early summer, these blossoms provide a sensory delight in the garden. The plant features arching branches adorned with ovate, mid to dark green leaves, creating a lush backdrop for the luminous flowers. In Melbourne's climate, Mexican Mock Orange thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Its rapid growth and dense foliage make it an excellent choice for hedges, screens, or as a standalone specimen. Regular pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages vigorous growth.
Form:
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Shrub – Large
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Shrub – Medium
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Shrub – Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding
Mature Size:
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Height: 2.5–4 m
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Width: 2–2.5 m
Aspect:
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Full Sun
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Part Shade
Flowering:
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Flowers in Late Spring
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Flowers in Early Summer
Flower Colour:
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Creamy-White
Key Attributes:
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Suitable for Pots
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Drought Tolerant (once established)
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Bee Attracting
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Bird Attracting
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Perennial
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Scented Flowers
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Suitable for Hedging
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Suitable for Espalier
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Low Maintenance
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Fast Growing
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Evergreen Foliage
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Suitable for Coastal Gardens
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Tolerates Urban Pollution
Toxicity:
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Non-toxic to humans and pets
Companion Plants:
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Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender)
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Salvia nemorosa (Woodland Sage)
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Rosa spp. (Climbing and Shrub Roses)
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Nepeta faassenii (Catmint)
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Achillea millefolium (Yarrow)

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