Fraxinus ornus

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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 30 days, cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Native to: Greece, Italy, Southern Europe, Turkey, western Asia

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Fraxinus ornusFraxinus ornus

Flowering Ash, Manna Ash

In Stock: 2.292 lb (Total:2.292lb)

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2.29 lb

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Germination:

71%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

93%

Seeds per lb:

13,020

Quantity:

2.29 lb

Collected in:

Hungary

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835806

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 12 hours

Stratification: warm stratify for 30 days, cold stratify for 90 days

Germination: sow seed 3/8" deep, tamp the soil, keep moist, mulch the seed bed, can be sown outdoors in the fall for spring germination

Native to: Greece, Italy, Southern Europe, Turkey, western Asia

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Discover the captivating beauty of Fraxinus ornus, commonly known as Flowering Ash or Manna Ash, a deciduous marvel renowned for its enchanting fragrant blooms. Native to the picturesque landscapes of southern Europe and western Asia, this rounded tree matures to an impressive 40-50 feet tall, showcasing smooth, gray bark and stunning, creamy white flowers that grace the scene in May. Perfect for moist, organically rich, and well-drained loams in full sun, Flowering Ash thrives best in climates with cool summer temperatures and is moderately drought-tolerant. While the tree offers a beautiful spring spectacle, its fall color ranges from subtle yellow-burgundy to red-purple. However, it may not be winter-hardy in every region. Despite its remarkable aesthetics, Flowering Ash faces challenges from pests like the emerald ash borer. Historically, it has been valued for its use as a shade, street, or lawn tree, and its sap, known as manna, is commercially harvested in Sicily.