Mock Orange Hedge (Philadelphus 'Belle Etoile')

Mock Orange Hedge Plants Description

Mock Orange (Philadelphus) is a beautiful deciduous hedge plant renowned for its masses of highly fragrant white flowers, which bloom in early summer. The delicate, citrus-scented flowers are reminiscent of orange blossom, giving the plant its common name. With arching branches and medium green foliage, Mock Orange makes an attractive informal hedge or screening plant, bringing both structure and fragrance to the garden.

Benefits

Highly fragrant flowers: The sweet, citrus-like scent of the white flowers creates a sensory delight during the summer months.

Aesthetic appeal: Its graceful, arching growth habit and beautiful blooms make Mock Orange an eye-catching addition to any garden.

Wildlife-friendly: The flowers attract pollinators such as bees, contributing to the local ecosystem.

Versatility: Can be grown as a stand-alone hedge or incorporated into mixed borders for added texture and visual interest.

Low maintenance: Once established, it is easy to care for and thrives in a range of soil types and conditions.

Growth Rate

Mock Orange is a moderately fast-growing plant, averaging 30-60cm per year under optimal conditions.

Pruning Advice

Prune Mock Orange after flowering in late summer to maintain its shape and encourage better flowering the following year. Remove dead or damaged wood and cut back spent flower stems to promote healthy growth. Regular pruning will also help keep the plant from becoming too leggy, ensuring a fuller and more compact hedge.

Further Information

Planting distances are largely a matter of preference. For bare root plants, spacing them at 3 plants per meter is sufficient, 5 plants is optimal, and 7 plants in a double staggered row will result in a denser hedge more quickly. Gene

Delivery & Returns

Free delivery is available on most orders (except Premium Products) providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:

* Standard Sized Boxes (Bare root up to 1.2m tall & pots up to 7.5L) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £9.98 charge.

* Tall Sized Boxes (Bare roots 1.2m & over) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £250 | or £24.99 charge.

* Pallets (Root balls, large pots 10L+, trees etc | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £350 | or £82 charge.

* Pleached Trees (Specialist Delivery) | Free UK Mainland Delivery for orders over £1500 | or £450 charge.