How to Grow and Care for Fringetrees

A small deciduous shrub, the chinese fringetree is native to eastern parts of Asia. This small tree is grown in Europe and North America for its white, fluffy flowerheads. It is well-adapted to urban settings and tolerates pollution.

White fringetree is commonly cultivated for ornamental purposes in gardens as either a tree or shrubbery. It produces airy white flowers in spring and olive-shaped fruit in late summer which attract local birds and wildlife. Wild white fringetree populations are now suffering because of emerald ash borer beetle infestations.

Native olive is found in urban bushland, roadsides, and even waste areas. This plant typically attracts birds and other wildlife who feast on its fruit. Often confused with other olive species, the native olive can be distinguished by the pale, hairless undersides of its leaves.

With delicate, fringe-like flowers, chionanthus pubescens is a captivating shrub native to rich, moist woodlands. Adorned with wispy blooms, it thrives in dappled light, showcasing velvety, lush green leaves that provide a striking backdrop for its ethereal white floral display. These features not only allure onlookers but also ensure successful pollination, a testament to chionanthus pubescens's harmonious relationship with its habitat.