Botanical Name: Common Names:
Fraxinus oxycarpa Desert Ash,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Trees Broad Domed, Oval, Upright
Description:
A fast growing medium sized deciduous tree that is known for its stunning reddish-purple claret Autumn tones. Used in parks and gardens around the world, it becomes a fantastic shade tree.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
10-25m 4-10m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Borders / Shrubbery, Coastal Garden, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Formal Garden, Low Water Garden, Park And Gardens, Shady Garden, Shade Tree
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Oleaceae Europe
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green, Purple
Flower Colour: Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Fast
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: Medium / Moderate
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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