About

The Grancy Graybeard Fringetree (Chionanthus virginicus), also known as the Old Man's Beard or White Fringetree, is a small, deciduous tree native to the southeastern United States. It is admired for its showy, fragrant flowers, attractive foliage, and striking fall color.

The Overall Plant

The Grancy Graybeard Fringetree typically grows to a height of 12-20 feet, with a similar spread. It has a multi-stemmed, rounded form and is often grown as a large shrub or small tree. The plant is adaptable to various soil types and moisture levels but prefers well-draining, moist, acidic soil. It is cold hardy in USDA zones 3-9 and can tolerate full sun to partial shade.

This native tree is known for its low-maintenance requirements and resistance to pests and diseases, making it a popular choice for homeowners and landscapers alike.

The Flowers

One of the most striking features of the Grancy Graybeard Fringetree is its showy, fragrant flowers. The tree blooms in late spring to early summer, with drooping clusters of creamy white, fringe-like petals that create a cloud-like effect. The flowers are not only visually appealing but also emit a delightful, sweet fragrance that attracts pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

The Foliage and Fruit

The Grancy Graybeard Fringetree boasts attractive, dark green, lance-shaped leaves that provide a lush backdrop for the tree's fragrant flowers. In the fall, the foliage transforms to shades of yellow, adding seasonal interest to the landscape.

Following the flowering period, the Grancy Graybeard Fringetree produces small, bluish-black, olive-like fruit that is attractive to birds and other wildlife. The fruit ripens in late summer to early fall and can persist on the tree for several weeks, providing additional visual interest.

Care & Guarantee

Every plant comes with our expert planting guide that will cover the specifics to ensure your plant grows absolutely nuts. It also comes with our free 30 day guarantee so if you aren't happy we got you covered.

Why Flora's Market?

We're not some middleman or corporate farm, when you buy from Flora's Market you are buying directly from a family of growers that's been doing it for generations. We pride ourselves on quality, that's why we back our plants 100% with our grower guarantee. If you're not happy don't sweat it, we got you covered.