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Chionanthus virginicus - Arbre de neige, Chionanthe de Virginie

Chionanthus virginicus

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This large, slow-growing deciduous shrub is covered in late spring with white, slightly fragrant panicles. With a rounded, spreading habit, it can be used as a specimen plant or in a large border. Very hardy, this Chionanthus flowers more profusely in full sun but tolerates partial shade. It thrives in deep, fertile, moist soil.
Flower size
18 cm
Height at maturity
3.50 m
Spread at maturity
3.50 m
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20.5°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to May, September to November
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Chionanthus, snow tree: to plant, to grow
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by Virginie T. 9 min.
Chionanthus, snow tree: to plant, to grow
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Chionanthus virginicus - Arbre de neige, Chionanthe de Virginie in pictures

Chionanthus virginicus  - Arbre de neige, Chionanthe de Virginie (Flowering) Flowering
Chionanthus virginicus  - Arbre de neige, Chionanthe de Virginie (Foliage) Foliage
Chionanthus virginicus  - Arbre de neige, Chionanthe de Virginie (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 3.50 m
Spread at maturity 3.50 m
Habit spreading
Growth rate slow

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time May to June
Inflorescence Panicle
Flower size 18 cm
Fragrance slightly scented,
Fruit colour black

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green
Product reference79782

Planting and care

Chionanthus virginicus is planted from September to November or from February to April, outside periods of frost. It grows in a deep, fertile, humus-bearing, moist and well-aerated soil. Its optimum is in a slightly acidic to neutral soil, with a pH of 6 to 7. Its tolerance is wider, from pH 5.5 to pH 8: it therefore accepts acid, neutral and moderately calcareous soils, without requiring heather soil. It also tolerates clay and temporary moisture, but its growth slows in compact, persistently airless or dry soil. A sunny position encourages flowering in regions with cool, damp summers; in hot regions, light partial shade is preferable. Loosen the soil thoroughly and incorporate well-rotted compost if it is poor. Water regularly during the first two or three summers, then during dry spells. Place a young plant in its final position, as older specimens tolerate transplanting poorly. 

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time February to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Back of border, Free-standing, Small gardens
Hardiness Hardy down to -20.5°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, humus-bearing, well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions Only carry out pruning on dead wood and poorly placed branches after flowering, as flowering occurs on the previous year's wood.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time June
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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