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Fraxinus greggii

Little Leaf Ash

Plant photo of: Fraxinus greggii
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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.

 

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:

In the fall, unless it is very hot outside, you can reduce your total watering time by 1/2.

Do not reduce run times, reduce the number of watering days.