Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' — Bushy

Overview

Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' is a bushy trees in the genus Fraxinus, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' 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 ornus, the manna ash or South European flowering ash, is a species of Fraxinus native to Southern Europe and Southwestern Asia, from Spain and Italy north to Austria and the Czech Republic, and east through the Balkans, Turkey, and western Syria to Lebanon and Armenia.

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 ornus 'Louisa Lady' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Trees
Habit: Bushy
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Woodland gardens, Coastal gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady'

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 ornus 'Louisa Lady'?

Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' need?

Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' 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 ornus 'Louisa Lady' hardy in the UK?

Fraxinus ornus 'Louisa Lady' 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 ornus 'Louisa Lady'?

Seed, Grafting.

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