Overview
Fraxinus baroniana is a bushy trees in the genus Fraxinus, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fraxinus baroniana grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include woodland gardens and coastal gardens.
About
Fraxinus baroniana, known as Baron's ash, is a bushy deciduous tree within the Fraxinus genus, which includes medium to large trees with pinnate leaves and distinctive winged fruits. This cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. It grows well in fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand with neutral to alkaline pH. Suitable for woodland and coastal gardens, Baron's ash is hardy to UK zone H6 and is best propagated by seed or grafting. It is particularly notable in spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Fraxinus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Fraxinus baroniana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Woodland gardens, Coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fraxinus baroniana
- Propagation
- Seed, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to ash dieback, Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Fraxinus baroniana?
Fraxinus baroniana prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fraxinus baroniana need?
Fraxinus baroniana is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Fraxinus baroniana hardy in the UK?
Fraxinus baroniana has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Fraxinus baroniana?
Seed, Grafting.
More in the Fraxinus genus
- Fraxinusash
- Fraxinus angustifolia 'Monophylla'
- Fraxinus angustifolia 'Pendula'ash 'Pendula'
- Fraxinus angustifolia 'Variegata' (v)
- Fraxinus angustifolia subsp. oxycarpa 'Golden Desert'
- Fraxinus angustifolia subsp. syriacaSyrian ash
- Fraxinus chinensisChinese ash
- Fraxinus excelsior 'Argenteovariegata' (v)
