
Calla Lily
Zantedeschia aethiopica
Philadelphus coronarius
White four-petaled flowers with orange blossom fragrance. Also called English dogwood. Sweetly scented. Cottage garden shrub. Symbol of memory and deceit (fragrance mimics orange blossoms).
Spring, Summer
Temperate
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Stays fresh for 4 to 7 days
when properly cared for
Sweet orange blossom fragrance - hence the common name
Named for its fragrance resemblance to orange blossoms
Idaho state flower since 1931
Not related to true orange trees at all
The wood was used by Native Americans for making arrows
Mock oranges are found across the Northern Hemisphere. The American species became Idahos state flower due to Lewis and Clarks admiration during their expedition. European hybridizers in the 19th century developed many fragrant varieties, making it a cottage garden classic prized for its orange blossom scent.