Fraxinus exc. 'Altena' - STDS 16-18 CM RB

Description
The Common ash 'Altena' (Fraxinus excelsior) is a large pyramidal tree with decorative winged fruits that remain on the tree for a very long time. The Common ash 'Altena' also has pinnate, medium green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, humus-rich, calcareous, nutrient-rich, moist to wet soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 25 metres and grows to a width of approx. 15 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * attractive yellow-green autumn colouring * wind-resistant, flood-tolerant, cannot be built over, can be partially built over

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Common ash 'Altena' are medium green, pinnate and opposite. They are about 6 - 8 cm in size. Common ash 'Altena' is bright yellow-green in autumn.

Bark
Olive green, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Netherlands.

Frost hardiness
The Common ash 'Altena' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Pyramidal.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

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).

Care
- Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Fruit
The fruits of Fraxinus excelsior 'Altena' are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Sticks for a very long time.

Use
Solitary

Root
Fraxinus excelsior 'Altena' is a taproot and, depending on the soil, forms spreading, branched roots.