Mock Orange vs Rugosa Rose - TreeTime.ca

Mock Orange vs Rugosa Rose

Philadelphus coronarius

Rosa rugosa

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Mock Orange
Rugosa Rose

Mock Orange is an ornamental shrub known for its fragrant, white flowers. The scent is often described as orange-like with a hint of jasmine. Attractive to pollinators, hummingbirds, and humans alike.

Mock Orange is highly versatile, and can be used as an ornamental shrub, either alone or as a hedge. It is well suited for streambank stabilization and riparian zone restoration, due to its ability to grow in low, moist areas as well as those that are high and dry. Lewis Mock Orange also has the capability of being used in soil bioengineering projects such as live staking.

Rugosa Rose is well-known for its incredible cold hardiness and disease resistance. This variety was grown from seed so naturally the flower colour should range between white and red. Try using the rose hips to make syrups or add flavor to existing fruit dishes and drinks.

Due to their overly thorny stems, Rugosa Rose is perfect for creating an impenetrable, deer resistant hedge. We recommend applying mulch during the summer months to retain moisture, cool the roots, and prevent weeds.

Mock Orange Quick Facts

Rugosa Rose Quick Facts

Zone: 4a
Zone: 3a
Height: 3 m (11 ft)
Height: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Spread: 3 m (11 ft)
Spread: 1.2 m (4 ft)
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: any
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: long
Suckering: high
Suckering: medium
Maintenance: medium
Maintenance: medium


Fall colour: orange-red
Flowers: large, white
Flowers: white, pink, or red
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: english dogwood