Fraxinus Pennsylvanica (Red Ash, Green Ash) 'Summit'

Species	:	Fraxinus Pennsylvanica Summit
Common Name(s)	:	Ash
Tree Features	:	Autumn Colour
Genus	:	Fraxinus
Growth Rate	:	Fast Growing
Seasons of Interest	:	Autumn Interest
Shape	:	Pyramidal
Mature Size	:	Medium to Large (15-20m)
Soil Type	:	Chalk Soil,Clay Soil
Tree Type	:	Deciduous Broad Leaf
Tree uses	:	Urban Sites,Avenue Trees,Parkland Trees

An American selection of the Red Ash or, as it is also known, the Green Ash!

An American selection of the Red Ash or, confusingly as it is also known, the Green Ash.

Introduced from trials in Minnesota in 1957, there is some debate as to whether it is male or female but from what I have heard seed is not produced on mature trees.

The uniformity of this fast growing, medium to large tree, with ascending branches which form a broadly conical, well balanced crown, make it a superb choice for avenue plantings.

Its green glossy leaves turn a beautiful golden yellow in autumn.

It thrives in most environments making it a very versatile and tough urban tree.

Mature height: 15-20m

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