Philadelphus x virginalis (Hydrangeaceae) Deciduous shrub

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Philadelphus x virginalis
Deciduous shrub
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The Philadelphus x virginalis plant species is found in A hybrid species of garden origin, though the parentage is not known[200]. It is a member of the Hydrangeaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Philadelphus x virginalis
Family:  Hydrangeaceae
Author:  Rehd.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:  2.5

Habitat:  Not known in the wild.

Cultivation Notes: Easily grown in any moderately fertile soil, succeeding in thin soils over chalk[200]. Grows well in heavy clay soils. Tolerates poor soils[200]. Succeeds in semi-shade but prefers a position in full sun where it will flower more freely[182, 200]. Grows well on the woodland edge or in a glade[200]. Hardy to about -15°c[200]. The flowers are powerfully scented[245]. Plants are very tolerant of pruning, one third of the stems can be cut down to the ground each year in order to promote fresh growth and heavier flowering[202].

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