Philadelphus coronarius Aureus 3 Litre Pot

Philadelphus coronarius ‘Aureus’ – Golden-Foliaged Sweet Mock Orange

Philadelphus coronarius ‘Aureus’, commonly known as the golden sweet mock orange, is a deciduous shrub celebrated for its bright golden-yellow foliage and fragrant summer blooms. Its striking leaves provide year-round colour and visual interest, while the creamy-white, highly scented flowers appear in late spring to early summer, filling the garden with a delightful fragrance.

With a naturally upright and bushy habit, ‘Aureus’ is perfect for borders, mixed shrub beds, or as a feature plant, offering a cheerful, vibrant presence. Hardy, low-maintenance, and easy to grow, this variety combines ornamental foliage and seasonal blooms to enhance any garden style.

Key Features

• Golden Foliage: Bright yellow leaves provide year-round colour and interest

• Fragrant Flowers: Creamy-white blooms in late spring to early summer

• Deciduous Structure: Upright, bushy habit for natural garden form

• Low Maintenance: Hardy and easy to grow in most soils

• Versatile Planting: Suitable for borders, mixed shrub beds, or standalone features

Ideal For

• Feature planting in borders or garden beds

• Adding vibrant colour and scent to mixed shrub schemes

• Patio, terrace, or courtyard accent planting

• Enhancing informal, cottage, or contemporary garden designs

Growing Conditions

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK

• Care: Minimal – prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape

Philadelphus coronarius Aureus 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.