Fraxinus excelsior

Central Europe.

Roundish.

The deciduous leaves of the Common ash are medium green, lanceolate, pinnate and opposite. They are about 5 - 12 cm in size. Common ash turns bright yellow in autumn.

Grey, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The yellow-red flowers of Common ash appear in panicles from April to May.

The brown fruits of Fraxinus excelsior are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Adhere for a very long time.

Fraxinus excelsior is a taproot and, depending on the soil, forms spreading, branched roots.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

The Common ash has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Solitary

- Excess water must be able to drain off easily; waterlogging should be avoided at all costs.
- Cut and saw wounds as well as broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).