Mockorange

Philadelphus lewisii 'Blizzard' Saxifragaceae

Growth habit

Shrub

Perennation

Perennial

Location

Zucker Shrub Collection

Source of plant

Bailey Nurseries

Description

Plants reach 4'-5' in height and 3' in width developing an upright habit; flowers open in June, are single, white, fragrant, borne in clusters that remain effective for 4 weeks. Selected from seedling grown population of P. lewisii originally collected in Alberta, Canada and known to be hardy to zone 2. The name was selected for the plant's profuse bloom and winter hardiness.

USDA Hardiness Zone

2

Special characteristics

hardiness, fragrance