Chionanthus retusus
Chinese fringe tree
Flower Color
Description
A stunningly different little tree that can also be grown as a multi stemmed shrub. The clusters of fragrant snow white fringed flowers are the source of its common name, appearing in May to June. The flowers are followed by bluish-black berries, much to the delight of the birds. The glossy mid-green leaves are held on a broadly spreading rounded canopy, changing to a yellow in autumn. With bronze coloured peeling bark, a point of interest in every season
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
4m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Spreading
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.2 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drainedMoist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 1-9
Fragrance
Flower
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
FragrantGenerally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenLow MaintenanceFlower borders and beds