Narrow, strongly upright branching tree with tan and gold exfoliating bark. ‘Tokyo Tower’ has abundant clusters of fluffy white flowers that mature into blueberry-like fruit and dark green foliage turns bright yellow in fall. Attracts birds. Botanical Name- Chionanthus retusus ‘Tokyo Tower’ Pronunciation- ky-oh-NAN-thus reh-TOO-sus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 15 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, fertile, acidic soil, but adaptable to average soil Current Size- 10 Bloom Color- White Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Hayes Starburst Smooth Hydrangea – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C43 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune lightly after flowering; water regularly when young and mulch to retain moisture. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove crossing or dead branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Clay soil should be loosened with compost to promote root growth. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Scale insects, leaf spot
