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Lewis mock orange

A loosely branched shrub, covered in the spring by many white flowers. Idaho’s state flower; when in full bloom the flowers scent the air with a delightfully sweet fragrance reminiscent of orange blossoms. Description from wildflower.org

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Lewis mock orange

Lewis mock orange fast facts

Scientific Name

Philadelphus lewisii

Family

Hydrangeaceae

Garden Type

Rain Garden Appropriate, Anywhere

Wildlife

Bees

Native Plant Region

Western WA, PNW, North America

Light needs

Filtered, Full Sun

Water Needs

Dry to Medium

Plant Type

Flowering, Perennial, Shrub

Bloom Color(s)

White

Height

5 – 10 feet

Width

2 – 5 feet

Months in Bloom

May, June

Safe Beneath Power Lines?

Yes
Lewis mock orange

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