Philadelphus microphyllus

Family: Hydrangeaceae

Common name: MOCK ORANGE

Native to: Southwest United States

Plant

Type: shrub

Forms: clumping, erect

Leaves deciduous

Max height: 3.3 feet

Max width: 6.5 feet

Flower

secondary color present, white/off white

Leaf

green

Horticulture

Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species

Plant features: deciduous

Exposure: part shade, sun

Landscape use: flower fragrant

Propagates by: seed

flowers in summer

Soil types: well drained, wide range

USDA Zones: zone 7 to 0 f, zone 8 to +10 f, zone 9 to +20 f

Temp. range: 0 to +30 °F

Water: moderate, regular

Butterflies that feed on this plant