Amanda Shine White Fringetree - Chionanthus virginicus 'Amanda Shine' Size:10 Gallon You've probably seen the non-native

You've probably seen the non-native pink and purple Astilbe

aging to a rich glossy green

Wildlife Value: Provides great cover and nesting habitat for birds

Wildlife Value: Flowers attract long-tongued bees and hummingbird moths

This totally tubular selection from NC State outshines the straight species with heavier branching

Amanda Shine White Fringetree - Chionanthus virginicus 'Amanda Shine' Size:10 Gallon You've probably seen the non-nativeWhite Fringetree is a stunning small tree in the olive family, but the cultivar Amanda Shine (formerly Bob Moore) is an especially showy selection with lovely variegated leaves. The genus name Chionanthus translates to "snow flower," aptly named considering the airy and frothy, creamy white flower clusters reminiscent of a dusting of fresh snow. These fragrant flowers attract various pollinators and the leaves host a number of moth caterpillars.