Fraxinus americana - 25-30 CM P9

Description
The American ash (Fraxinus americana) is an egg-shaped garden plant that produces purple-red flowers. They appear in April. These produce brown fruits. The American ash also has pinnate, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey and longitudinally furrowed.

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

Bulletpoints
* Attractive golden yellow autumn colouring * wind-resistant, tolerates soil salts, can be planted over, partially planted over

leaves
The deciduous leaves of American ash are dark green, pinnate. American ash turns a bright golden yellow in autumn.

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

Spread
North America.

Frost hardiness
The American ash 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 soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The purple-red flowers appear in April.

Use
Solitary

Root
Fraxinus americana is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms extensive branching roots.