Life Span
Annual
Perennial
Origin
Europe, Southern Asia, Western Asia
Mexico
Types
Fernleaf, Superdukat
Philadelphus coronarius, Philadelphus lewisii
Habitat
Mediterranean region
Wide range of ecological site
USDA Hardiness Zone
-9999
8-11
Sunset Zone
8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Yellow, Chartreuse
White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
-
Fruit Color
Sandy Brown
Red, Orange
Leaf Color in Spring
Light Green, Sea Green
Green, Light Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Light Green, Sea Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
-
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
Dark Green
Leaf Shape
Needle like
Ovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Very Fast
Fast
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Late Spring, Early Summer, Summer
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring, Late Summer, Early Fall, Late Winter
Tolerances
Drought
Drought
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground, Pot
Container, Ground, Pot
How to Plant?
Seedlings
Seedlings, Transplanting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Do Not over Water, Over-head watering, Requires regular watering, Requires watering in the growing season, Water when soil is dry
Prefer drip-irrigation instead of Over-head watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Prune if you want to improve plant shape
Fertilizers
Less fertilizing
14-14-14 Fertilizer, Fertilize in late fall, fertilize in spring, Requires high amount of nitrogen
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Bacteria wilt, Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought, Heat Tolerance
Flower Petal Number
Single
Single
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
Yes
Foliage Texture
Fine
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
Bugs, Insects
Hummingbirds
Allergy
Avoid during Pregnancy
allergic conjunctivitis, Chest tightness, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
-
Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
-
Brightens the skin complexion, Glowing Skin, Treatment of Dark Spots
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Arthritis, Cancer, constipation, Diabetes, Dysentry, Immunity, Indigestion, Insomnia, Menstrual Disorders, Oral health
Alzheimer’s Disease, Anxiety, Cancer, Diarrhea, Digestion problems, Liver problems, Menstrual Cramps, Respiratory Disorders, Weight loss
Part of Plant Used
Leaves, Seeds
Whole plant
Other Uses
Oil is used in perfume, soaps, creams, etc., Used As Food, Used for its medicinal properties, Used in making beverages
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Herb / Vegetable, Mixed Border
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Tropical, Wall
Botanical Name
ANETHUM graveolens
CHOISYA ternata
Common Name
Dill
Mexican Orange, Mock Orange
In Hindi
डिल प्लांट
Philadelphus
In German
Dill Pflanze
Pfeifensträucher
In French
Dill usine
Philadelphus
In Spanish
Dill Planta
Philadelphus
In Greek
άνηθο φυτών
Philadelphus
In Portuguese
Dill Vegetal
Philadelphus
In Polish
Dill roślin
Jaśminowiec
In Latin
Planta ingratis voratrinis dispensatur
Philadelphus
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Genus
Anethum
Philadlephus
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Subfamily
-
Hydrangeoideae
Season and Care of Dill and Mock Orange
Season and care of Dill and Mock Orange is important to know. While considering everything about Dill and Mock Orange Care, growing season is an essential factor. Dill season is Spring and Summer and Mock Orange season is Spring and Summer. The type of soil for Dill is Clay, Loam and for Mock Orange is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Dill is Neutral and for Mock Orange is Acidic, Neutral.
Dill and Mock Orange Physical Information
Dill and Mock Orange physical information is very important for comparison. Dill height is 60.00 cm and width 30.50 cm whereas Mock Orange height is 150.00 cm and width 180.00 cm. The color specification of Dill and Mock Orange are as follows:
Dill flower color: Yellow and Chartreuse
Dill leaf color: Light Green and Sea Green
Mock Orange flower color: White
- Mock Orange leaf color: Green and Light Green
Care of Dill and Mock Orange
Care of Dill and Mock Orange include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Dill pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Mock Orange pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape. In summer Dill needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Mock Orange needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.