Fringe Flower Care Must-Knows
Chinese fringe flower grows best in full sun or part shade and moist, organically-rich, well-drained soil. The best planting site receives full sun in the morning and light shade in the afternoon. In Zone 7, plant it where it will receive protection from cold winter winds and protect its root zone with a thick layer of mulch in late fall. Remove the mulch in early spring. North of Zone 7, this shrub is deciduous. Chinese fringe flower only requires pruning if you want to control the size of the plant. Prune in late fall after the plant finishes flowering. Chinese fringe flower grows best in moist soil, so spread a 2-inch-thick layer of mulch over the root zone to help conserve soil moisture. Water plants deeply during extended periods of drought.
New Types of Fringe Flower
Plant breeders have recently brought unique varieties of Chinese fringe flower to the market that feature stunning foliage and colors.
