Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Chinese or Virginia Fringe Tree?, 1 by NM_gardener_guy

NM_gardener_guy wrote:
Since relocating to NM, I'm so tempted to try growing a fringe tree like I had in PA. I always thought I had a Chinese, but after looking on this site, I think I had a Virginia. Back east I had improved the soil with peat, but the subsoil had alot of clay. Now I have a sandy clay loam to work with. I read that the Chinese is more tolerant of alkaline soil. Mine is around pH 7. Of course I'm expecting to remember to water it regularly as it is much drier here. Does anyone have any thoughts on which to try? If you've ever smelled these flowers, you'd understand why I'd like to grow another.

Thanks, Jerry