Philadelphus brachybotrys var. laxiflorus
Botanical Information
| Family | Hydrangeaceae |
| Genus | Philadelphus |
| Species | brachybotrys |
| Variety | laxiflorus |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | Native to China. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -20 |
| Temperature (°F) | -4 |
| Height | 1 - 3 m |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May, June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Upright and bushy. |
| Cultivation | Prefers full sun in well-drained soil. |
| Notable Specimens | Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, England. |
| Leaf Description | Long, oblong leaves that come to a point that are slightly serrated and 5 - 10 cm long and 2 - 6 cm wide. |
| Flower Description | Small flowers with 4 petals appear singulary on a short stem. |
| Colour Description | The flowers are white with yellow centers. The leaves are green. The bark is a reddish-brown colour. |
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