White Fringetree

Scientific Name
Chionanthus virginicus
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Clusters of white flowers with a fringe-like appearance in late spring; female plants produce small, dark blue fruit.

Culture

Full sun to partial shade; moist, fertile soils; prefers a slightly acid pH; tolerates wet sites.

Notes

Separate male and female shrubs, both flower well. Fruit will be produced only when both genders are present. This plant can be used as a large shrub or small tree.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
15.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
20.00
Height Unit
Feet
Minimum Width
Width Value
15.00
Width Unit
Feet
Maximum Width
Width Value
20.00
Width Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Rounded to irregular and open.

Native Regions, Text

United States

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
White Fringetree leaves
picID
18806
Image
White Fringetree fruit
picID
18807
Image
White Fringetree flowers
picID
18808
Image
White Fringetree flowers
picID
18809
Image
White Fringetree form
picID
18810
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
335