Chionanthus virginicus

Eastern Fringe Tree
Family: Oleaceae (Olive Family)

·        Hardiness Zones:  3-9
·        Height: 12-20 feet
·        Spread: 12-20 feet
·        Bloom Time: May to June
·        Bloom: creamy white airy, drooping clusters
·        Light: full sun to part shade
·        Soil: average well-drained
·        Moisture: medium; intolerant of prolonged dry spells
·        Use: excellent specimen plant, native gardens
·        Care: seldom needs pruning; intolerant of prolonged dry conditions.
·        Concerns: no serious problems
·        Native to: eastern U.S. from New Jersey south to Florida and west to Oklahoma and Texas
·        Notes: dioecious (separate male and female plants), but also may have perfect flowers on each plant; tolerates black walnut
·        Supplier: Landscape Designs, Inc.
·        Teaching Garden Location & Code: Welcome Garden B045

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