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Chinese Fringe Tree

Chionanthus Retusus

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Overview

The Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus retusus) is a striking, deciduous ornamental, reaching up to 15-20 feet tall and wide. Renowned for its profusion of fragrant, creamy-white blossoms in late spring, this tree exhibits a wide, rounded canopy. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Fall foliage turns a modest yellow, and it features bluish-black fruit that attracts birds. Hardy in Zones 5-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — The Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus retusus) is a striking

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Oleaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — this low-density tree is resistant to pests and diseases
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — tree with white blooms
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — white flowers in the garden
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — The Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus retusus) is a striking; creamy-white blossoms in late spring
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — tree for full or half
Chinese Fringe Tree (Chionanthus Retusus) — reaching up to 15-20 feet tall and wide; this tree flourishes best in full sun to partial shade and prefers

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