Fraxinus amer. 'Skyline' - STDS 16-18 CM RB

Description
The American ash 'Skyline' (Fraxinus americana) is a small ovoid tree that produces purple-red flowers. They appear in April. The American ash 'Skyline' also has pinnate, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey and longitudinally furrowed.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Fraxinus excelsior 'Monophylla'.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive orange, red autumn colouring * wind-resistant, tolerates ground salt, can be partially planted over

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of American ash 'Skyline' are dark green, pinnate. American ash 'Skyline' turns bright orange to red in autumn.

Bark
Grey, longitudinally furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The American ash 'Skyline' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Ovoid.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The purple-red flowers appear in April.

Use
Solitary

Root
Fraxinus americana 'Skyline' is a heart-root plant and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.