Fringe Tree
Chionanthus virginicus
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Fringe Tree
White Fringe Tree (Chionanthus virginicus) is a native deciduous shrub or small tree of the eastern United States, spectacular in late spring when it is draped in feathery, fragrant white flower clusters that give it a cloud-like appearance. Female plants produce small blue-black olive-like fruits that attract birds in late summer. Starting at $24.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun for best flowering; partial afternoon shade improves foliage appearance in NE Florida's intense summer heat. Avoid deep shade, which reduces bloom.
Water regularly to establish; once established, tolerates moderate drought and even wet soils. Prefers consistently moist, acidic conditions — avoid overhead irrigation on foliage.
Thrives in moist, acidic (pH 4.5–6.5), well-drained to occasionally wet sandy or loamy soil. Fertilize lightly in spring with an acid-forming fertilizer; over-fertilizing promotes leggy growth at the expense of flowers.
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Common questions
Is Fringe Tree a good plant for St. Augustine?
Fringe Tree is a tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-25 feet × 10-15 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.