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Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow'

Also Known As

  • China Snow Fringe Tree

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-25'
  • W: 20'-25'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow' plant details

Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 25 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: fragrant, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

China Snow is an excellent improvement on the standard Chinese Fringe Tree. It is a small tree that bears more profuse white flowers in the early summer than the standard Fringe Tree. Plants grow to 6-10' in ten years, and may eventually mature at 25' tall.

By: Fantastic Plants

Gardening facts about Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow' plant

How to Grow Chionanthus retusus 'China Snow'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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