Philadelphus 'Belle Étoile'

This plant offers both hardiness and beauty in a compact size. They prefer moist soils that are well-drained. Also, they can tolerate sun to partial shade areas.

During the flowering season of late-spring to mid-summer, the blooms are amazing. They arrive in smaller bunches on panicles or stalks. Their fragrant beauty attracts a number of pollinators.

The wide and white blooms have tinges of purple in the center. They beautifully contrast with the plants deep-green and wide-bladed leaves.

It is a deciduous shrub and will eventually lose its leaves in preparation for winter. It is also very hardy and will easily survive cold winters. It should be mulched in the spring with a rich mix of organic material.

Aphids can present as a pest problem. And it can also be affected by a powdery mildew.

As it is a taller shrub, it works well in low maintenance flower borders and beds, especially in coastal areas. During the blooming season, it will perfume the air with its rich and wonderful aroma.