Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Summit'
Summit Golden Ash
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:
Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.
Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.