Fraxinus americana

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Plant photo of: Fraxinus americana
Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

Fraxinus americana is a deciduous tree. Grows to 80' or taller, with a straight trunk and an oval-shaped crown to 50' wide. Leaves 8"-15" long with 5-9 dark green, oval leaflets and paler beneath, turns purplish in fall. Choose a cultivar that does not produce fruit, which is messy. It prefers full sun in well draining, moist soil. This is a great tree for parks.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Light Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Messy

Design Styles

Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette, Specimen, Standard

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Park

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.