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Chionanthus virginicus

White fringetree

Fine white spring flowers soften a small-tree canopy.

Illustrations show a representative form; the detail view is a crop of the same artwork. Use the named factual source and exact cultivar for identification and purchase checks.

Height at maturity

3.66–9.14 m (12–30 ft)

Spread at maturity

3.66–6.1 m (12–20 ft)

Light

Sun / Part shade

Moisture

Drier soil after establishment / Moist, draining soil

Source-reported USDA zones

3–9 · verify subzone and cultivar

Principal seasonal role

Spring, Autumn

Fit it to the site

Moist, draining soil; exposure and local conditions affect flowering.

Allow the species width and check fruiting requirements with the nursery.

Keep the care in the decision

Water during establishment and avoid unnecessary root disturbance.

Origin & safety checks

Central & Eastern U.S.A. Confirm local native range and restrictions.

Not a toxicity assessment. Verify the exact plant and any edible part with an appropriate local authority; keep uncertain plants away from ingestion.

Check current invasive restrictions with your local plant-health or extension authority. For pets, use the exact botanical name in a veterinary toxicity reference; for potential ingestion or exposure, get appropriate professional advice rather than relying on a design guide.