Fraxinus americana |
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White Ash |
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, paler beneath and turns purplish in fall.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60', 60-100'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium, High
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Park
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
Water Saving Tip:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.