Philadelphus coronarius - 'Variegatus' (Variegated Mock Orange)
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Philadelphus coronarius cultivation notes: This shrub will tolerate any reasonably fertile well drained soil, including chalk. Plant in full sun / part shade. Prune out flower stems after flowering, remove older wood to base in winter. Plant in Autumn / spring at back of border.
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Plant Strengths: Scented blossom; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Tolerates heavy clay soils.
Plant Weaknesses: Will not tolerate exposed, cold or hot and sunny locations; Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils.
Common Missspellings: Filadephus, Philidelphus, Philadelphis, Philadelphas
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