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Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Summit'

Summit Golden Ash

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Description

This is a large tree with a compact oval crown, and a dense, twiggy structure. It has uniform and upright growth. It requires wet soil and frequent watering. 45' tall with 25' spread. Deeply furrowed bark. Hardy to -35 deg F. Yellow fall color.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Very Low, Low, High, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Street Tree, With Rocks

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants according to their water needs.

Creating separate zones for drought-tolerant plants, medium water-use plants, and water-thirsty grass will help prevent overwatering.