This deciduous tree has an upright greyish trunk and spreading branches that form a rounded crown. It has divided dark green leaves with lanced-shaped leaflets and the small purplish male and female flowers appear in spring before the leaves.

Hardiness zones 4 to 10 

Fraxinus quadrangulata is naturally found from south-eastern to central North America growing in well-drained moist fertile soils in an open sunny position and is frost tolerant but drought tender.

Blue Ash is grown for its habit and is planted in parks and large gardens as a specimen for summer shade. It establishes in 3 to 5 years and is suitable for inland or coastal regions. It is also pollution resistant and has very durable timber that is used for light construction. ID 1736

Fraxinus (FRAK-sin-us) quadrangulata (KWOD-rang-gew-LAH-tah)

Oleaceae (oh-lee-AY-see-ee)
American Hog Plum, African Walnut Family