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Mockorange - Buckleys Quill
Buckley's Quill Mockorange, Philadelphus 'Buckley's Quill', displays fragrant, double white flowers that are 1" in diameter with up to 30 quill-like petals and blooms abundantly in late spring. This deciduous shrub forms a semi-dwarf, erect shape at maturity. The deep green summer foliage develops a yellow fall color. An old fashioned favorite, Buckley's at home in the shrub border. One needs to allow ample room for its arching branches. It grows 6 feet tall, 4 feet wide and is deer, drought, and pollution tolerant. This low maintenance shrub likes mostly sandy soil with some clay, and requires full sun to part shade. Mock orange has many uses in the landscape and its especially enjoyable when grown near a walkway, patio or driveway where one can enjoy its beauty and fragrance. ... more information
Mountain Laurel Its natural beauty in a woodland setting is a spring delight. It is the state flower of Connecticut and Pennsylvania. The buds progress into dainty candy like flowers in the spring (May though July). This plant can withstand below zero temperatures and it is sun loving. Provide shade for the roots with companion plants or with mulch. |
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