Fraxinus velutina

Description: This is a medium-sized tree that has an oval canopy with ascending branches. The bark is brown-grey with a cracked texture and the foliage is green, pinnate in shape. In autumn its leaves turn shades of yellow before falling.

Origin: South-western North America.

Cultural notes: Full sun to part shade is preferred. Water in well when planting and keep moist until established. Formative pruning helps to promote good branch structure.

Tolerates: A hardy tree. Tolerant of drought and low rainfall climates as well as frost. Is tolerant of sandy and salty found in coastal regions.

Flowering type and season: This tree produces small clusters of flowers with colours of yellow and green. Afterwards producing samara fruit, a small winged seed.

Foliage type and colour: The foliage has a pinnate shape with 5-7 leaflets and slightly serrated edges. It is bright green until autumn when it turns shades a of yellow before falling.

Soil type: Well-draining moist soil is preferred. Sandy or granular soil is preferred.

Width: Up to 6m

Height: Up to 9m

Recommended uses: This species makes a great feature tree, suitable for gardens, streetscapes and avenues.