European Ash (Fraxinus excelsior)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Tree

European Ash
Fraxinus excelsior

European Ash leaves
European Ash leaves
 
Features
Dark green summer foliage. 
 
Culture
Full sun; moist, well drained soil; pH adaptable. 
 
Cultivars
Some exist, but are difficult to locate in commerce. 
 
Mature Height
60-80 Feet
 
Size
Large
 
 
Mature Form
Rounded to broad-rounded 
 
Native To:
Europe 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8 
 
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
 
 
Tolerance
Wind
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Uses
Shade
Street
 
 
Foliage Color
Green
 
 
Fall Foliage Color
Green
Yellow
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Ash borer, ash flower gall, Verticilliumwilt, and cankers. This species is extremely susceptible to the ash borer.
 
Additional Notes

Inferior to native ash species due to lack of ornamental features and susceptibility to borers.

This species is NOT recommended for planting in states where the Emerald Ash Borer is present.

 

 
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Home, Yard & Garden Pest Guide
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