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Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 60 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: Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, United Kingdom

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Fraxinus excelsiorFraxinus excelsior

Common Ash, European Ash

In Stock: 25.044 lb (Total:25.044lb)

Fraxinus excelsior

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25.04 lb

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Germination:

83%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

98%

Seeds per lb:

6,860

Quantity:

25.04 lb

Collected in:

Ukraine

Crop year:

2022

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1832680

Characteristics

Growing Info

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

Stratification: warm stratify for 60 days, cold stratify for 60 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: Europe, France, Germany, Italy, Poland, United Kingdom

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Introduced

Discover the majestic Fraxinus excelsior, commonly known as Common Ash or European Ash. This impressive deciduous tree is native to Europe and western Asia, thriving in cool climates (USDA Zones 5-8A) with full sun and fertile, well-drained loams. When fully matured, it often reaches heights of 70-80 feet with a graceful, symmetrical canopy that spreads 50-60 feet, making it an ideal choice for shade or street planting.

European Ash showcases dark green, pinnately compound leaves, which provide an appealing canopy and turn a showy yellow in the fall. Leaflets are lanceolate to ovate with serrate margins, exhibiting a refined texture and medium growth rate. Though its spring blooms are inconspicuous, the tree produces winged fruits that attract birds while adding visual interest.

European Ash trees are known for their resilience, tolerating various soil conditions, drought, and typical urban challenges like aerosol salt. Yet, they demand diligent care, particularly against pests like the emerald ash borer—a serious threat in North America. Despite these challenges, European Ash offers immense benefits, including robust timber for tools and furniture. Embrace this elegant species in your landscape, keeping in mind its need for space to accommodate its extensive root system and elegant crown expansion.