Tokyo Tower Chinese fringe tree
Chionanthus retusus 'Tokyo Tower'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 15 feet tall4 to 6 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Columnar
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White
- Fall color
- Yes
- Soil types
- Loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Tokyo Tower' Chinese fringe tree (Chionanthus retusus 'Tokyo Tower') is a tree for borders, specimen planting, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy or clay soil. Its columnar shape fits narrow spaces. Fragrant white flowers open from spring into early summer, and birds visit the plant. It sits low on the menu for deer.
Pairs well with American holly, Fountain grass, and Beautyberry.