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Chionanthus virginicus

Fringetree

Showy, fringe-like, fragrant, white flowers are showcased on this beautiful specimen shrub. Dark green summer foliage turns to golden-yellow in the fall. Dark, fleshy, egg-like drupes are very attractive to birds.

  • »  Showy fringe-like fragrant white flowers
  • »  Clusters of bright blue to purple drupes on female plants in August
  • »  Late to emerge, leathery, glossy leaves turn golden-yellow in the fall
  • »  Variable open spreading habit
  • »  Berries are attractive to birds
  • »  Bloom Time: June

3gal
$94.25
7gal
$221.00
Currently Not Available
15gal
$731.25
Currently Not Available
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:4-5 m
  • Spread:4-5 m
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Wet Soils
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Fall Color
• Fragrant
• Fruit
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Multi-stem/Clump form
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Chionanthus virginicus

Chionanthus virginicus plants are polygamodioecious: having bisexual and male flowers on some plants, and bisexual and female flowers on others.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Chionanthus virginicus

Grows best in slightly acidic conditions, however, tolerates many moisture levels and soil types. Depending on the specimen, some pruning may be required to maintain shape.