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Fringetree

Fringetree

Scientific Name

Chionanthus virginicus

Particularly Attractive To

A diversity of bees

Geographical Considerations

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Hardiness Zones

3a to 9b

This is a native Florida plant.

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Yard Conditions

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Optimal Light

Fringetree grows best in Partial Shade.

Light Range

It performs in Full Shade to Full Sun

Soil Texture

Any Texture

Soil Moisture

Well Drained to Medium Drained

Soil pH

Acid to Slightly Alkaline (4.5-7.2)

Salt Tolerance

Low to None

DroughtTolerance

Medium

Wind Resistance

Medium High

Toxicity

Not known

Nematode Tolerance

Not known

Appearance

What will it look like as it grows?

Plant Type

  • Trees - Small

Plant Shape

  • Upright
  • Vase

Leaf Persistence

Fringetree is Deciduous

Spread

10-15 feet

Height

12-20 feet

Growth Rate

Slow

Leaf Size

Large

Leaf Texture

Medium

Flower Size

Large

Flower Month

  • February
  • March
  • April
  • May

Flower Color

  • White

Additional Detail

Flowers best in sun. Black fruit. | Pests/Diseases: susceptible to some pests or diseases, but not usually a problem | attracts birds

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