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Chionanthus virginicus

Chionanthus virginicus
White Fringertree

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Value-for-money
The fringe tree, bush with remarkable flowering in spring, scented.
Flower size
20 cm
Height at maturity
3 m
Spread at maturity
3 m
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -23°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to May, September to November
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Description

Chionanthus is aptly nicknamed Snow Tree or Fringe Tree. Its abundant white flowers in long fringed panicles (20cm) are remarkable and slightly fragrant.

Its foliage consists of long shiny green leaves measuring 15 to 20cm (5.9 - 7.9in).

Plant it alone or in combination with other bushes. Its habit is spreading, and you can prune the lower branches to create a trunk.

Plant it in acidic soil where it will receive the most sunlight to promote its flowering.

Chionanthus virginicus in pictures

Chionanthus virginicus (Flowering) Flowering
Chionanthus virginicus (Foliage) Foliage

Plant habit

Height at maturity 3 m
Spread at maturity 3 m
Habit spreading
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time April to June
Flower size 20 cm
Fragrance slightly scented

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Chionanthus

Species

virginicus

Family

Oleaceae

Other common names

White Fringertree

Planting and care

Plant it in acidic soil in a sunny location to promote its flowering. It prefers fertile and well-drained soil. Hardy, it is not afraid of the cold.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to May, September to November

Intended location

Type of use Border, Free-standing
Hardiness Hardy down to -23°C (USDA zone 6a) Show map
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, fertile, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Soil moisture Moist soil
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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