Fraxinus quadrangulata
Blue Ash
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
15 - 23m
Width:
11 - 15m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
Mixed results on the impact of Emerald Ash Borer on the Blue Ash. It has been identified that Blue Ash is a host for the borer, however, it may be able to survive an attack. More research is required on this tree species. Based on this, it would be recommended not to plant widely in a urban setting but may be good in a naturalization project.
Management Notes
None of significance