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Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei'

Also Known As

  • Hessei European Ash

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 50'-60'
  • W: 40'-50'

planting zones

  • 5a-7b

Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei' plant details

Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 40 FT - 50 FT - wide, 50 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei'

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

One of the highest rated trees in Ohio State?s Shade Tree Evaluation, this vigorous, eventually 60' tree has simple, toothed leaves (not compound) of a lustrous dark-green; seedless and good pest resistance. (except to borers) S/M

Gardening facts about Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei' plant

How to Grow Fraxinus excelsior 'Hessei'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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