Fraxinus velutina 'Rio Grande' |
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Fan-Tex Ash |
Description
This deciduous tree quickly grows to 35'-40' tall. It has a greyish trunk with bright green leaves. It starts out in a pyramidal shape, maturing to spreading to 30' wide and open. This tree is drought tolerant once it's established and wind resistant. It is also heat and cold tolerant. It can withstand alkaline soils. Leaves turn gold yellow in fall.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Lawn, Park, Street Tree
Special Uses
Screen, Wind Break, 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.