Arizona Ash (Fraxinus Velutina)

A lovely small but fast growing, deciduous tree with a trunk growth up to 30cm diameter at maturity. Flowers are produced in small clusters in early Spring, with male and female flowers on separate trees.

Maximum Height

10 metres

Maximum Spread

7-9 metres

Canopy

The leave lengths grow in length of 10–25cm, innately compound with 3, 5 or 7 leaflets approximately 4 cm long with an entire or finely serrated margin.

Position

Thrives in full sun and rich, well drained soil.

Best Suited For

Provides fabulous foliage display and shade, ideal for streetscapes, parks, lawns and gardens.

Care

Mulch and water frequently particularly during dry seasons. Requires pruning to develop strong structure, particularly during early years of development.

Advise level of care

Medium