How much sun does Streambank Mock Orange need?

Streambank Mock Orange grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Streambank Mock Orange bloom?

Streambank Mock Orange blooms in May and June.

Where is Streambank Mock Orange native?

Streambank Mock Orange (Philadelphus hirsutus) is native to AL, AR, GA, KY and 5 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Streambank Mock Orange attract?

Streambank Mock Orange draws bees and beetles.

Is Streambank Mock Orange HOA-friendly?

Streambank Mock Orange is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.

Streambank Mock Orange

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Philadelphus hirsutus

Last reviewed: September 2026

Toxicity unknown

Streambank Mock Orange (Philadelphus hirsutus) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

36"–72" H × 36"–72" W

Bloom

May, Jun

Native to

AL, AR, GA, KY and 5 more states

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Streambank mock orange is a native shrub that produces fragrant white flowers in late spring and early summer. This medium-sized shrub has an upright, somewhat open growth habit and deciduous leaves that provide seasonal interest.

In an HOA neighborhood

Streambank Mock Orange is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: moderate. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.

Works well in: foundation, mid zone.

Can appear sparse or leggy without regular pruning
Deciduous nature leaves bare branches in winter

Wildlife value

The fragrant flowers attract bees and beetles during the blooming period in May and June. Birds may use the shrub structure for nesting and shelter.

Common questions

How much sun does Streambank Mock Orange need?: Streambank Mock Orange grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Streambank Mock Orange bloom?: Streambank Mock Orange blooms in May and June.
Where is Streambank Mock Orange native?: Streambank Mock Orange (Philadelphus hirsutus) is native to AL, AR, GA, KY and 5 more states, per vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Streambank Mock Orange attract?: Streambank Mock Orange draws bees and beetles.
Is Streambank Mock Orange HOA-friendly?: Streambank Mock Orange is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with moderate maintenance.

Native range data from vouchered herbarium specimen records and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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