Mock orange blossom, or just mock orange as it is often known, is not a very flattering name as the word 'mock' is a bit derogatory. Used in the sense it is used with plants means 'imitation' or ...

Philadelphus are an easy to grow shrub, there are about 60 varieties to choose from so they are sure to suit any garden. The most common variety, Mock Oranges, may need your attention soon. Here is an ...

I guess I, too, had almost forgotten about that old-fashioned plant Alabama gardeners once identified as English dogwood -- until I saw a bloom peeking out from under a canopy of wicked greenbrier and ...

Philadelphus plants are known for their delicious scent. The medium to large flowering shrubs bloom in early summer and are relatively easy to grow in the sun or light shade. They grow well on most ...

Discover night-blooming plants like phlox and flowering tobacco and how their evening blooms and scents can transform your backyard.

Generally, the technique is to remove one-third of the old wood straight after flowering. Shape the bush as well if needed. This technique works well with all deutzia and kolkwitzia. Philadelphus ...