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About
Chionanthus Virginicus Trees: Chionanthus Virginicus
is a deciduous shrub or small tree with a spreading, rounded habit
that typically grows 12-20' tall (to 35' in the wild, however) and
most often occurs in rich, moist woods and hillsides, moist stream
banks, limestone glade margins and rocky bluffs and ledges. Common
name refers to the slightly fragrant, spring-blooming flowers which
feature airy, terminal, drooping clusters (4-6" long) of fringe-like,
creamy white petals. Dioecious (separate male and female plants),
but also may have perfect flowers on each plant.
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Chionanthus
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Common
Name: |
Fringe
Tree
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Foliage: |
Green
late to leaf
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Mature
Height: |
12-20'
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Mature
Spread: |
12-20'
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Soil: |
Moist
soils
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Zones: |
3-9
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Moisture: |
Well
drained moist
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Male
flowers are showier than female flowers. Fertilized perfect or female
flowers give way to clusters of olive-like fruits which ripen to
a dark, bluish black in late summer and are a food source for birds
and wildlife. Wide, spear-shaped leaves (to 8" long) turn yellow
in autumn. Easily grown in average, medium wet, well-drained soil
in full sun to part shade. Prefers moist, fertile soils. Seldom
needs pruning. Tolerant of air pollution and adapts well to urban
settings. Intolerant of prolonged dry conditions. Grow in groups
or as specimens in lawns or in shrub or woodland borders. Also may
be used in native plant gardens or near streams or ponds. Can be
spectacular in full bloom.
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