Botanical profile

Philadelphus 'Innocence'

Latin name
Philadelphus 'Innocence'
Common name
Mock orange 'Innocence'
Type
Fragrant ornamental shrub
Family
Hydrangeaceae

Philadelphus ‘Innocence’, also known as variegated mock orange ‘Innocence’, is a deciduous ornamental shrub with a rounded, flexible habit, prized for its cream-variegated green foliage and intensely fragrant blooms. In spring, its leaves, irregularly edged with creamy white, brighten up flowerbeds, adding texture and contrast even before flowering. In early summer, it is covered in pure white single flowers with a sweet fragrance reminiscent of orange blossom, very attractive to pollinators. Philadelphus ‘Innocence’ prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil rich in organic matter to ensure abundant flowering. Ideal for informal hedges, borders, or near living areas, it combines decorative foliage and remarkable fragrance for a bright and inviting northern garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Well-drained, tolerates various soils
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Small dry capsules without ornamental value
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded, supple, dense and slightly spreading habit
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1.5 m (5 ft)
Width
1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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