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Fraxinus velutina 'Rio Grande'

Fan-Tex Ash

Plant photo of: Fraxinus velutina 'Rio Grande'
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Information by:         Photographer: Norman's Nursery

 

Description

This round deciduous tree will grow 35'-40' tall and has a greyish trunk with bright green leaves.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Gold, Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Ranch

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Park, Street Tree

Special Uses

Screen, Wind Break, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

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.