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White fringetree
Chionanthus virginicus
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Splendid rustic shrub, it offers a pretty white flowering with long fringed and fragrant panicles, its foliage is composed of long glossy green leaves.
Description
Height at maturity
3/4M
Wingspan at maturity
3M
Exposure
sun
Flowering
may - june
Hardiness
-23°C
Origin
United States (east)
Chionanthus virginicus, commonly called the White fringetree
This is a hardy, ornamental shrub that deserves a prominent place in your garden. Native to North America, this shrub is prized for its spectacular flowering and attractive foliage.
Description and particularities
Chionanthus virginicus is distinguished by its long panicles of white flowers, slightly fragrant, which appear in spring. These fringe‑like flowers create a striking visual effect. The foliage of the white fringetree is equally notable, composed of long, glossy green leaves measuring between 8 and 15 cm. In autumn these leaves turn a beautiful golden yellow, adding colour to your garden.
Hardiness and growth
The white fringetree is very hardy, able to withstand temperatures down to about -23.5 °C. Growth is relatively fast, reaching a height of 3 to 4 metres at maturity with a spread of around 3 metres. Its habit is spreading and bushy, allowing it to fit harmoniously into a variety of landscape designs.
Flowering and fruit
Flowering of Chionanthus virginicus generally occurs between May and June. Male and female flowers appear as pendulous clusters with long, narrow white petals. Female flowers, if pollinated by nearby male flowers, produce olive‑shaped, bluish‑black fruits in autumn. These fruits are enjoyed by birds, adding an ecological dimension to the shrub.
Cultivation and care
Growing Chionanthus virginicus in your garden is relatively straightforward.
- Planting : plant the white fringetree as a specimen or in a flowering hedge with other shrubs of similar size. It prefers acidic to neutral, well‑drained soils and a position in full sun to partial shade.
- Watering : water young plants regularly to encourage root establishment. Once established the tree requires less watering, except during prolonged drought.
- Pruning : prune the shrub in winter to remove dead or diseased wood and to promote a good structure. A light summer prune can also improve air circulation and light penetration.
- Feeding : apply a balanced fertiliser to support growth and overall health.
- Disease protection : Chionanthus virginicus is relatively disease‑resistant but can be susceptible to certain fungi and insects. Use appropriate preventive measures if necessary.
- Mulching : apply a layer of mulch around the base of the shrub to retain soil moisture and reduce weed competition.
Chionanthus virginicus is an outstanding shrub that brings elegance, lightness and colour to any garden. Its spectacular flowering, attractive foliage and hardiness make it an ideal choice for the garden.
Features
- Common name : White fringetree
- Family : Oléaceae
- Category : shrub
- Spread : 3M
- Foliage : deciduous
- Color of flowers : white
- Use : isolated - shrubbery - flowering hedge
- Soil : rich and well-drained
- Habit : bushy
- Earth to use : heath earth/compost/peat
- Enemies : nothing to report
- Possible diseases : resistant to diseases
- Photo taken : Botanical garden of Meise - Belgium
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