Lewis' Mock Orange exhibits strong resistance to disease and is usually not vulnerable to illnesses. As for care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs only light watering, and larger specimens typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Lewis' Mock Oranget is suitable for anyone with an outdoor area, such as a garden or deck, and does not call for a lot of experience in plant care.
How to keep Philadelphus Gordonianus.
Light
Lewis' Mock Orange does best with abundant sunlight, though it can tolerate somewhat reduced—but not severely lacking—light. Sunlight supplies the energy required for healthy growth and survival. Too much or too little light can weaken the plant, causing poorer growth and problems with flowering.
Temperature
The lewis' Mock Orange plant does best in temperate climates with temperatures from 32 to 95 ℉ (0 to 35 ℃). To adapt to seasonal changes, keep the plant in well-drained soil and water it moderately in spring and summer. Decrease watering in fall and winter. Avoid exposing it to temperatures below 0 ℃.
Fertilizer
Fertilize your Lewis' Mock Orange in early spring to encourage healthy growth. Regular feeding improves overall health, producing vigorous growth, greater tolerance of challenging conditions, and increased resistance to pests and diseases. Follow a consistent fertilization routine for your Lewis' Mock Orange to maintain lively foliage with deep color and a full, lush appearance.
Pot & Repot
When repotting Lewis' Mock Orange, select a pot 1-2 inches (2.5–5.1 cm) larger with ample drainage. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring or fall, making sure the root ball sits slightly lower than the rim of the flower pot. Water thoroughly after repotting and place it in a warm spot with indirect sunlight.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Philadelphus
- Family
- Hydrangeaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 3-9
- Mature Height
- 0.91 m to 2.74 m
- Mature Spread
- 3.05 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Blue
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- White
- Flower Size
- 2.54 cm to 5.08 cm
- Bloom Time
- Late spring, Early summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Mid summer
