Velvet Ash (Fraxinus velutina)
Fraxinus velutina, commonly known as Velvet Ash, is a deciduous tree native to the southwestern US and northwestern Mexico, valued for its foliage and adaptability.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, consistent moisture preferred.
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained loam. Tolerates alkaline soils.
Temperature
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Tolerates a wide range of light conditions.
Moderate, consistent moisture preferred.
Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry. Drought tolerant once established.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained loam. Tolerates alkaline soils.
Prefers moderate temperatures.
Tolerates heat and some cold.
Outdoor
Light feeding in spring.
Use balanced fertilizer; avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Category
Foliage, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
9-15 m
Spread
6-12 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
Small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyOleaceae
- genusFraxinus
- speciesFraxinus velutina
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No