Chionanthus virginicus
fringe tree
C. virginicus is a deciduous shrub with an abundance of slightly fragrant, airy, creamy- white flowers in June and July; dark blue-black berries may follow in autumn
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Size
Ultimate height
2.5–4 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
2.5–4 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
AcidColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | Yellow | Black Blue | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Chionanthus are small deciduous trees or large srhubs, with simple leaves in pairs, and loose terminal panicles of whtie flowers with 4 narrow petals, sometimes followed by blue-black berries
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- E North America
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any fertile, acid, well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed in a cold frame in autumn. May take up to 18 months to germinate
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Wall side borders
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pruning group 1; remove lower branches to encourage a tree-like habit
Pests
Generally pest free
Diseases
Generally disease free
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