Photo of Fraxinus quadrangulata form by Mason Brock

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Fraxinus quadrangulata

Also Known As

  • Blue Ash

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 50'-75'
  • W: 35'-60'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Fraxinus quadrangulata plant details

Fraxinus quadrangulata is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fraxinus quadrangulata

Plant type: tree
Plant family: oleaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 35 FT - 60 FT - wide, 50 FT - 75 FT - tall
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fraxinus quadrangulata

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A handsome and unusual Ash (to 80'): in addition to tolerating drier soil than most ashes, ?if you stir a twig in a glass of water,a it soon turns the water blue.? (Peattie)!; it?s also a valuable hardwood timber. S/M-W

Gardening facts about Fraxinus quadrangulata plant

How to Grow Fraxinus quadrangulata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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