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Texas Ash

Fraxinus Texensis

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Overview

The Texas Ash, Fraxinus texensis, is a deciduous tree native to Texas, valued for its adaptability and striking fall foliage. It thrives in full sun, reaches heights of 30-50 feet with a canopy spread up to 40 feet. Adaptable to various soils, this drought-tolerant species is ideal for providing shade and seasonal color, with leaves turning vibrant shades of yellow, purple, and red before shedding. Suitable for USDA zones 7-9.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 7–10Type TreeClimate Arid

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — dry climates.<br><br>Growing to a height of 30 to 45 feet with a spread of 25 to 35 feet

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — typically in groups of five to seven

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — It is also drought-resistant once established and requires minimal maintenance

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — spanning 3 to 4 inches in length

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — It thrives in full sun, reaches heights of 30-50 feet with a canopy spread up to 40 feet; providing a striking visual

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — this drought-tolerant species is ideal for providing shade and seasonal color; with leaves turning vibrant shades of yellow

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — the foliage transforms into a spectacular array of yellows

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Oleaceae
Climate: Arid

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Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — dry climates.<br><br>Growing to a height of 30 to 45 feet with a spread of 25 to 35 feet

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — typically in groups of five to seven

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — It is also drought-resistant once established and requires minimal maintenance

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — spanning 3 to 4 inches in length

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — It thrives in full sun, reaches heights of 30-50 feet with a canopy spread up to 40 feet; providing a striking visual

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — this drought-tolerant species is ideal for providing shade and seasonal color; with leaves turning vibrant shades of yellow

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — the foliage transforms into a spectacular array of yellows

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — are dark green and glossy

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — providing a striking visual display.<br><br>When designing with the Texas Ash in mind

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — this species is prized for its attractive foliage and adaptability

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — Suitable for USDA zones 7-9; it flourishes in full sun and requires well-drained soil

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — Adaptable to various soils

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — Suitable for USDA zones 7-9

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — Adaptable to various soils; tree with green and purple blooms

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — scientifically known as Fraxinus texensis

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — consider its moderate growth rate and potential size

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — with leaves turning vibrant shades of yellow; the Texas Ash develops a rounded canopy that offers generous shade

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — A member of the Oleaceae family

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — with leaves turning vibrant shades of yellow

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — Its adaptability to urban conditions also makes it ideal for public parks and residential properties

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — valued for its adaptability and striking fall foliage; this species is prized for its attractive foliage and adaptability

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — the Texas Ash develops a rounded canopy that offers generous shade

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — is a deciduous tree native to Texas; adaptable to various soils

Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — green and purple flowers in the garden

Photographs by 12 contributors

Virginia State Parks, CC BY 2.0 · source
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Homer Edward Price, CC BY 2.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
waferboard, CC BY 2.0 · source
Dmitry Karyshev from Novosibirsk, Russia, CC BY 2.0 · source
Mount Rainier National Park from Ashford, CC BY 2.0 · source
Jay Sturner from USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
Mount Rainier NPS, CC BY 2.0 · source
Doug McGrady from Warwick, RI, USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
Let Ideas Compete, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Leslie Seaton from Seattle, WA, USA, CC BY 2.0 · source

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