Fraxinus angustifolia Narrow-leaved ash (Oleaceae) Deciduous tree

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Fraxinus angustifolia
Narrow-leaved ash
Deciduous tree
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The Fraxinus angustifolia plant species is found in S. Europe, N. Africa, W. Asia, It is a member of the Oleaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Narrow-leaved ash. Some home gardeners know the variety as F. rotundifolia. Mill. F. veltheimii.

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Latin Name:  Fraxinus angustifolia
Common Name:  Narrow-leaved ash
Family:  Oleaceae
Author:  Vahl.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  25   Mature Width:  12

Habitat:  Mostly dryish rocky places in macchie, deciduous scrub or in pine and mixed forest, 650 - 1700 metres in Turkey[93].

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a deep loamy soil, even if it is on the heavy side[1, 200]. Most members of this genus are gross feeders and require a rich soil[200]. Plants succeed when growing in exposed positions[200] and also in alkaline soils[11]. They tolerate atmospheric pollution[200]. Quite cold-hardy when dormant, the young growth in spring, even on mature plants, is frost-tender and so it is best to grow the plants in a position sheltered from the early morning sun[K]. This species is closely related to F. excelsior[11]. A very ornamental tree[1], there are several named forms, selected for their ornamental value[200]. This species might be dioecious, in which case male and female plants must be grown if seed is required.

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