Photo of Fraxinus nigra foliage by USDA Forest Service

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Fraxinus nigra

Also Known As

  • Basket Ash
  • Black Ash
  • Swamp Ash
  • Water Ash

Plant type

tree, aquatic

size

  • H: 40'-80'
  • W: 20'-40'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Fraxinus nigra plant details

Fraxinus nigra is a broadleaf deciduous aquatic tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fraxinus nigra

Plant type: aquatic tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 40 FT - 80 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fraxinus nigra

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The only ash to grow as far north as Newfoundland, this narrow 40-60' tree of northern swamps provides seeds for wildlife and wood for baskets. S/M

Gardening facts about Fraxinus nigra plant

How to Grow Fraxinus nigra

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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