About
A large deciduous tree from eastern Asia to about 15m tall with pinnate leaves, aromatic when crushed, turning golden yellow in autumn, and small, greenish-yellow flowers in spring followed by small, red-black berries. An ornamental and aromatic street or garden tree for a sheltered, sunny position, valued for its autumn colour and long, elegant canopy.
About the genus
Fraxinus are medium-sized to large, mostly deciduous trees with attractive pinnate leaves, sometimes conspicuous flowers and autumn colour, and distinctive winged fruits
Plant details
Suggested usesSpecimen planting, gardens, parks.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Stake young.
PruningPrune in late winter or after flowering.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.