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Green Ash Tree Facts
Green Ash Tree Facts. The Green Ash is a perennial tree native to the United States. It belongs to the olive family, its genus is fraxinus, and its species is known as Fraxinus pennsylvanica Marsh. This tree has many environmental uses.
The Green Ash is a perennial tree native to the United States. It belongs to the olive family, its genus is fraxinus, and its species is known as Fraxinus pennsylvanica Marsh. This tree has many environmental uses.
Uses
Due to their size and foliage, Green Ash are commonly used in farms and fields as windbreakers. They are used in the landscaping of highways, both as ornamentals and as windbreakers. The seeds of the Green Ash are eaten by many mammals and birds, and the tree provides protective cover for birds’ nests as well as shade for home landscapes.
Size
The typical Green Ash can reach up to 70 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 35 feet. It is considered a medium-sized tree with a rapid growth rate and a spread of about 20 to 30 feet.
Colors
The leaves are green on both sides, turning to a pale yellow before its early fall leaf drop. The flower color is a greenish-yellow with a light brown to tan fruit color.
Pests/Diseases
Insects that feed and attack the Green Ash include cankerworms, ash borers and ash plant bugs. The Green Ash is susceptible to stem decay, branch cankers, leaf rust and anthracnose.
Basic Needs
The Green Ash should be planted in full sun; it is able to grow in most soils and has a cold tolerance to 43 degrees below zero. It has a high drought tolerance and can handle flooding for a short period of time.
