Moderate water; irrigate deeply, then let the upper few inches of soil dry. Water more frequently during establishment and extreme summer heat; avoid constantly wet soil.
A compact Japanese mock orange with glossy, cream-edged green leaves and a dense, rounded form. Best suited to sheltered, partly shaded locations in Phoenix.
Light: Morning sun with afternoon shade or bright filtered light. Avoid intense western exposure and reflected heat from walls or pavement.
Water: Moderate water; irrigate deeply, then let the upper few inches of soil dry. Water more frequently during establishment and extreme summer heat; avoid constantly wet soil.
Soil: Well-drained soil enriched with compost; slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Tolerates some alkalinity, but poorly drained or highly alkaline soil can cause problems.
Mature size: Typically 2–3 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide; may grow somewhat larger with age and favorable conditions.
Bloom: Small clusters of fragrant flowers in spring; flowering may be sparse on this dwarf cultivar.