Fraxinus greggii
Little Leaf Ash
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.
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:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.