- Partial Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 12 - 18 Feet
- Mature Spread 8 - 10 Feet
- Growing Zones 4 - 9
Looking for a native flowering tree that will wow you?? Spring Fleecing Fringetree is the perfect choice for your garden. The tree has beautiful, upright panicles of unique, fringed, white flowers. Flowers give way to navy blue berries in the fall, and the green leaves turn a lovely yellow shade. Along with the berries and foliage color, Spring Fleecing Fringetree has a bark texture that peels back in the fall, adding interest to your winter garden. Spring Fleecing Fringetree or Chionanthus virginicus, combining the Greek word for snow (chion) and flower (anthos), is a show stopping choice for your garden.
Native to the US, Spring Fleecing Fringetree is pest and disease resistant. Once established, the tree will demonstrate drought tolerance. The tree has a rounded form and is slow growing and slow to bloom. The flowers are worth the wait with their unique appearance and pleasant fragrance in spring and summer. Use Spring Fleecing Fringetree as a specimen plant, as a hedge or screen, as an accent, and in mass plantings. Spring Fleecing Fringetree is hardy from zone 4a - 9b.
Spring Fleecing Fringetree Care
Spring Fleecing Fringetree grows well in full sun to part shade. The tree is adaptable and tolerates dry to very wet conditions. Water when the top layer of soil is dry. Spring Fleecing Fringetree tolerates all soil pH levels and grows best in rich, well-drained soil. This tree is a good choice for inner city environments since it adapts to harsh conditions. Fertilizing will boost the size and amount of flowers. Feed with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Spring Fleecing Fringetree requires minimal pruning. The tree blooms on old wood so any pruning should be done after flowering. Prune in the winter to remove any dead or damaged branches.
Spring Fleecing Fringetree Spacing
Spring Fleecing Fringetree will reach 12 - 18 feet in height with a spread of 8 - 10 feet. Space trees approximately 10 feet apart.
Spring Fleecing Fringetree Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 |
Plant Type: Trees |
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sunlight) |
Mature Height: 12 - 18 Feet |
Mature Spread: 8 - 10 Feet |
Spacing: 8 - 10 Feet |
Habit: Upright |
Flower Color(s): White |
Flower Description: N/A |
Bloom Period: N/A |
Foliage Type: Deciduous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Foliage Description: |
Seasonal Interest: Fall Flowering, Fall Interest |
Watering: Average |
Resists: Disease, Pests & Insects |
Tolerates: N/A |
Attracts: Birds |
Container Role: N/A |
Uses: Hedges & Privacy, Mass Planting, Specimen or Focal Point |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Foliage Interest, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Native to North America |
Brand: N/A |
Common Name: Spring Fleecing Fringetree |
Other Name(s): Spring Fleecing Fringetree |
Scientific Name: Chionanthus virginicus 'Spring Fleecing' |
Partial Shade to Full Sun (3+ Hours Direct Sunlight)
- SKU:
- 1231013275-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

#5 Pot
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

Best in Class Warranty
We stand behind our plants with industry-leading guarantees to give you peace of mind.
Arrival Guarantee
We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
Free 1-Year Plant Warranty
All bushes, perennials & trees come with an extended 1-year warranty for added confidence. If your plant dies due to a health issue within a year, we’ll make it right.

Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 24th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants Shipping Now
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.