Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Mock orange, Philadelphus, is a popular, handsome shrub, grown for its masses of white blooms that fill the air with fragrance in late-spring and summer. These contrast beautifully with dark green foliage.
Philadelphus 'Minnesota Snowflake' bears cascading stems of fragrant double blooms. It's perfect for growing as a central feature in a mixed border, and could even be grown in a large container. For best results grow Philadelphus 'Minnesota Snowflake' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. To keep plants in shape, cut back shoots to a strong buds every year after flowering.
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Philadelphus ‘Minnesota snowflake’ and wildlife
Philadelphus ‘Minnesota snowflake’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.
Is Philadelphus ‘Minnesota snowflake’ poisonous?
Philadelphus ‘Minnesota snowflake’ has no toxic effects reported.