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White Ash

Scientific name	Fraxinus americana
Common name	White Ash
Type	Trees
Variety	Deciduous
USDA Zone hardiness	3a - 9b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	50 to 75'
Spread	30 to 40'

Full sun prefers moist, deep, fertile soils for best growth but very adaptable to many types of soil will tolerate poor drainage. Leaves are 8-15" long with 5 to 9 leaflets. In fall leaves turn yellowish with a layer burgundy or purple color, a very showy fall display. The largest specimens may reach 90'.