White Ash

Fraxinus Americana

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Overview

White Ash (Fraxinus americana) is a majestic deciduous tree frequently utilized in landscape designs for its impressive stature, growing up to 70-80 feet tall with a spread of 40-50 feet. It features compound leaves, with notable fall colors ranging from purple to yellow. This hardy specimen prefers well-drained soil and full sun. White Ash is also valued for its strong wood, popular in furniture-making. Caution: vulnerable to the emerald ash borer.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — growing up to 70-80 feet tall with a spread of 40-50 feet

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 3–10

Shape & size

Mature height: 60–80 Ft.
Mature width: 60–80 Ft.

Classification

Family: Oleaceae
Climate: Temperate

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White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — both above and below ground for root expansion; necessitating informed management and preventive treatment in affected regions

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — and street-side plantings; each leaflet typically measures 3 to 4 inches long

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — the species is currently facing threats from the invasive emerald ash borer; necessitating informed management and preventive

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — offering seasonal interest and robust structure; it shows moderate drought tolerance.<br><br>When designing landscapes

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — necessitating informed management and preventive treatment in affected regions; white Ash is also valued for its strong wood

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — tree for full; necessitating informed management and preventive treatment in affected regions

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — purple flowers in the garden; each leaflet typically measures 3 to 4 inches long

White Ash (Fraxinus Americana) — tree with purple blooms; it shows moderate drought tolerance.<br><br>When designing landscapes

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