Green Ash
The Green Ash is a time tested and true tree for the prairies. They are amongst the hardiest of trees for our region. The tree boasts glossy dark green leaves that are pinnately compound with five to nine large leaflets. Autumn turns these leaves a golden yellow. The tree has greyish brown bark with interlacing furrows and ridges that produce a distinctive diamond pattern. Green Ash are cold, drought and urban tolerant making them widely suitable for any application. Green ash are native to South Eastern Alberta and have have been planted in our parks and yards since the very beginning.
Description
| Common Name |
Green Ash |
|---|---|
| Latin Name |
Fraxinus Pennsylvanica |
| Form |
Oval ,Round |
| Life Span |
100 |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Mature Height |
15m |
| Mature Spread |
12.0m |
| Flower Colour |
Inconspicuous |
| Fragrance |
Insignificant |
| Fall Colour |
Yellow |
| Soil Preference |
Widely adaptable |
| Exposure Preference |
Full sun ,Partial shade |
| Cold Hardiness Zone |
Zone 2b |
| Special Attributes and Considerations |
The tree can produce samaras which some owners find messy. The Emerald Ash Borer is serious treat to all Ash trees and unfortunately the beetle continues to spread across North America. |
| Folk Lore |
The wood of an ash tree makes most excellent tool handles. Luthiers also prefer to use the wood of ash tree in the construction of their guitars. |
| Available Sizes |
40mm |
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