Chionanthus retusus

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Chinese Fringe Tree

 
Plant photo of: Chionanthus retusus
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Dave Ryden

 

Description

This small tree will grow 12'-25' high and 12'-25' wide; it has deciduous, yellow green leaves. Insignificant white flowers bloom in summer.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Yellow

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Blue

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Acid

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

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