Species white ash
pink-green foliage with burgundy stems

white ash

Fraxinus americana 'Autumn Purple'

White ash (Fraxinus americana 'Autumn Purple') is an amazing tree that makes a great addition to any landscape. It is striking in appearance, with its distinctive purple foliage turning to shades of yellow, orange, and red in the fall. It is also highly adaptable and can thrive in a variety of soil types, making it relatively easy to maintain. Additionally, its crown of foliage provides plenty of shade that not only looks gorgeous but also protects from the sun's rays. White Ash's bark is deeply furrowed and gives the tree a very attractive look, making it a great ornamental and shade tree. It's also pest-resistant and can withstand both hot and cold climates. All of these qualities make White Ash an awesome tree that will bring beauty and life to your yard.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Grafting Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 9

Flowers:

Green Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

red,purple

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Moderate

Care Level:

Medium

watering

White Ash (Fraxinus americana 'Autumn Purple') should be watered approximately twice a week when the top 2 inches of soil become dry. As a general rule, water deeply so that the soil has time to absorb moisture and let excess water drain away. Do not water solely on a schedule; assess the soil moisture level each time you water. During the warmer months, extra water may be necessary.

sunlight

White ash (Fraxinus americana 'Autumn Purple') prefers to be grown in full sunlight, if possible. It will tolerate partial shade but will not flower or produce fruit in shade conditions. When grown in full sun, it can receive up to 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day during peak summertime months. It should be placed in an area that receives full sun for at least 4 to 5 hours each day year-round.

pruning

White ash (Fraxinus americana 'Autumn Purple') should be pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Prune off any dead, diseased, or crossing branches to maintain the desired shape and size of the tree. Additionally, gently thin out the canopy to allow more light and airflow between branches. Aim to remove no more than 1-third of the plant's branches.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

White ash typically starts flowering in April.

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