How to tend a Chionanthus retusus

Also known as: Chionanthus chinensis Maxim., Chionanthus coreanus H.Lév., Chionanthus duclouxii Hickel, Chionanthus retusus var. coreanus (H.Lév.) Nakai, Chionanthus retusus var. fauriei H.Lév., Chionanthus retusus var. mairei H.Lév., Chionanthus retusus var. serrulatus (Hayata) Koidz., Chionanthus serrulatus Hayata, Chionanthus retusus f. coreanus (H.Lév.) M.Kim

Watering

Resistant to drought, water thoroughly when soil is dry, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, grows in sunny places

Soil

Slightly acidic sandy soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Pruning accordingly for any favorate tree shapes

About this plant

Origin
US Southeast
Category
Oleaceae, Chionanthus
Size
Diameter ≥ 15 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period March-June, fruiting period June-November
Flower colors
white, fruit color blue black, black
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