Overview
Fraxinus pennsylvanica is a bushy trees in the genus Fraxinus, part of the Oleaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Fraxinus pennsylvanica 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 pennsylvanica, the green ash or red ash, is a species of ash native to eastern and central North America, from Nova Scotia west to southeastern Alberta and eastern Colorado, south to northern Florida, and southwest to Oklahoma and eastern Texas. It has spread and become naturalized in much of the western United States and also in Argentina and Europe, from Spain to Russia.
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 pennsylvanica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Woodland gardens, Coastal gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Fraxinus pennsylvanica
- 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 pennsylvanica?
Fraxinus pennsylvanica prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Fraxinus pennsylvanica need?
Fraxinus pennsylvanica 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 pennsylvanica hardy in the UK?
Fraxinus pennsylvanica 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 pennsylvanica?
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 baronianaBaron's ash
- Fraxinus chinensisChinese ash
