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Fraxinus angustifolia 'Raywood' (ash 'Raywood', Claret Ash)

A broadly round tree with narrow leaves which have soft texture, it is quick growing and easy to grow which beautifies an open space. Its roots are generally deep and do not cause problems which makes it a good street tree. It is suitable for xeriscaping.The cultivar 'Raywood' is known for its purple-red fall foliage, earning it the nickname "claret ash."

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  • Pronunciation: FRAK-si-nus an-gus-tee-FOH-lee-uh Raywood

  • Plant type: Tree, Shrub

  • Heat Zones: 7 to 9

    Hardiness Zones: 6 to 9

  • Uses: Specimen, Shade, Street

  • Size/Shape

    Growth Rate: Fast

    Tree Shape: Round, oval, Upright

    Canopy Symmetry: Symmetrical

    Canopy Density: Medium

    Height at Maturity: 8 to 15 m, Over 23

    Spread at Maturity: 8 to 10 meters, Over 15 meters

    Time to Ultimate Height: 20 to 50 Years

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  • Foliage

    Leaf Arrangement : Opposite

    Leaf Venation: Pinnate

    Leaf Persistance: Deciduous

    Leaf Type: Odd Pinnately compund

    Leaf Blade: 5 - 10 cm

    Leaf Shape: Lanceolate

    Leaf Margins: Serrate

    Leaf Texture: Smooth

    Color(growing season): Green

    Color(changing season): Red, Purple

  • Flower

    Flower Showiness: No

    Flower Size Range: 0 - 1.5

    Seasons: Spring

  • Trunk

    Trunk has Crownshaft: No

    Trunk Susceptibility to Breakage: Generally resists breakage

    Number of Trunks: Single Trunk

    Trunk esthetic Values: Not Showy

  • Fruit

    Fruit Type: Samara

    Fruit Showiness: Yes

    Fruit Size Range: 1.5 - 3

    Seasons: Spring

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  • Tolerance

    Drought Tolerance: Yes

  • Requirements

    Soil Requirements: Clay, Loam, Sand

    Soil Ph Requirements: Neutral, Alkaline

    Light Requirements: Full

  • Management

    Pruning Requirements: Needed, to develop a strong structure

    Diseases: Generally disease free

    Edible Parts: None

    Pests: Generally pest free

    Plant Propagation: Cutting, Grafting

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