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CHIONANTHUS virginicus
Commonly known as American fringe tree, Old man's beard, Poison ash, Snowflower
Large white slightly fragrant flowers. Best grown in full sun
Further Reading....
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DeciduousOpposite, glossy, dark-green leaves to 20cm (8in) long.
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Height3m (10ft) -
Spread3m (10ft)
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Tall ShrubSpreading shrub or small tree
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sun
CHIONANTHUS virginicus
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Additional Features
Good to knowSome plants have male or female flowers only and may not fruit. Lower branches may be removed to encourage a tree-like habit.
Pests & DiseasesNone.
Place of originEastern USA. -
Flower ShapePaniclesPendent panicles to 20cm (8in)
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
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Leaf shape
Elliptic
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Pruning group
Pruning group 1Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
RHS group 1 -
Scented PlantsScented flowersDelicate, fresh scent.
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsAcid / ericaceous lovingFertile well drained soil
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Tree ShapeRounded to broadly spreading
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Chionanthus - Growing Guide
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
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All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
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