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California Native Plant

Fraxinus latifolia

Oregon Ash

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

Oregon Ash is a deciduous tree that grows slowly, reaching 25' in 10 years. Leaves are made of leaflets, turning yellow or brown in fall. Small green or yellow flowers bloom in spring, before leaves appear. Flowers are considered inconspicuous. This tree prefers full sun with fertile, moist, well draining soil.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Unparticular

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Patio, Park

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.