Fraxinus greggii

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Little Leaf Ash

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Gracefull rounded shrub or small tree grows to 10' x 8'. Semievergreen, but will be evergreen in mild-winter climates. Leaves medium green, flowers are nonshowy and appear in spring. Can be allergenic. Attractive gray bark with age. Can be a single or multiple trunk. Accepts full sun or partial shade. Chihuahuan Desert native.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12'

 

Flower Color

Green

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Patio, Park

 

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.