Flowering Ash

Fraxinus Ornus

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Overview

The Flowering Ash, or Fraxinus ornus, is a deciduous tree known for its showy clusters of fragrant, creamy white flowers blooming in late spring. It reaches up to 25 feet in height with a spread of 15 to 25 feet. This ornamental possesses pinnate leaves that shift to golden yellow in fall. Preferring full sun, it's a hardy choice for zones 5 to 8 and tolerates a wide range of soil types.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 6–9

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — is a deciduous tree known for its showy clusters of fragrant

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 6–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 40–50 Ft.
Mature width: 40–50 Ft.

Classification

Family: Oleaceae

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Photos (79)

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — each with 5 to 9 leaflets; the Flowering Ash thrives in well-drained soil, image 72

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — Its size, attractive blooms, and seasonal changes provide enduring interest throughout the year; showing a, image 76

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — green and white flowers in the garden; making it an excellent choice for small to medium-sized, image 79

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — it provides both beauty and functionality to any garden setting; it reaches up to 25 feet in height with a spread, image 78

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — Fraxinus ornus serves well as a focal point; this tree typically reaches heights of 15 to 25 feet with an, image 75

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — with low maintenance needs and adaptability, image 77

Flowering Ash (Fraxinus Ornus) — which then transitions to a palette of yellows and muted oranges in the fall.<br><br>For a landscape design, image 74

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