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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

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) — this drought-tolerant species is ideal for providing shade and seasonal color
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — tree for full or half
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — It flourishes in full sun and requires well-drained soil
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — valued for its adaptability and striking fall foliage
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — tree with green and purple blooms
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — which can appeal to clients seeking a low-care garden element
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — It thrives in full sun, reaches heights of 30-50 feet with a canopy spread up to 40 feet
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — is a deciduous tree native to Texas
Texas Ash (Fraxinus Texensis) — is a deciduous tree native to the limestone soils of central Texas but adaptable to various soil types
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