Chionanthus retusus 'Arnold's Pride'

Also Known As

Arnold's Pride Fringetree

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

H: 10'-25'
W: 8'-20'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Chionanthus retusus 'Arnold's Pride' plant details

Chionanthus retusus 'Arnold's Pride' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by black and blue fruit. Features glossy texture. Does well in alkaline soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chionanthus retusus 'Arnold's Pride'

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chionanthus retusus 'Arnold's Pride'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade

Soil needs: alkaline

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fast growing & self-fruiting, this small tree offers multiple seasons of interest: fragrant flowers in spring, showy fall fruit & attractive peeling bark in winter; an Arnold Arb selection.

By: Garden World

Although originally planted at the Arnold Arboretum simply as an example of the Chinese Fringetree, this particular seedling distinguished itself by having rapid growth and a good central leader, and by being self-fruiting. Likely to grow 25-40' tall, its exfoliating bark, fragrant white flowers, and fine form offer great landscape potential.

By: Heritage Seedlings

Fast growing & self-fruiting, this small (to 25' x25') tree offers multiple seasons of interest: fragrant flowers in spring, showy fall fruit & attractive peeling bark in winter; an Arnold Arb selection. Sun-PSh/Med

By: Forestfarm

An Arnold Arboretum selection of the Chinese Fringetree, notable for its fast growth, and self-fruiting abilities. This is a fabulous multi-season tree with fragrant blossoms, showy blue-black fall fruit and exfoliating bark in winter. Grows to a height of 25'+. 15-20" plants for spring shipping.