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Chionanthus virginicus

Family Oleaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 3.5 - 6 m (11 - 20 ft)
Spread 3.5 - 6 m (11 - 20 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic

Description This splendid flowering tree transforms your yard when it is in bloom. The tree Chionanthus virginicus (fringe tree) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late spring to early summer. The foliage is dark green in colour. Chionanthus virginicus (fringe tree) produces showy and deep purple fruit. A specimen plant, Chionanthus virginicus (fringe tree) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Border, mass planting, naturalization and specimen.
Special Characteristics Birds are attracted to Chionanthus virginicus . Chionanthus virginicus is tolerant of pollution. In autumn, Chionanthus virginicus is alight with fall colour.