How do I know what kind of ash tree I have?

How to Identify an Ash Tree

Opposing branches: The branches of the ash tree grow in pairs on opposing side of the twigs.
Compound leaf: Unlike a simple leaf, where there is only one leaf to a bud, a compound leaf has 5 to 11 leaflets on a single bud.
Diamond pattern: The bark on young ash trees is relatively smooth.

What types of ash trees are there?

California Ash Tree (Fraxinus dipetala) California ash trees are large shrubs or small trees that thrive in the California sun. Inconspicuous clusters of fluffy white flowers appear in spring. Because the flowers only have two petals, this ash species is also called the two-petal ash.

Is my tree an ash tree?

Ash trees belong to the Fraxinus species and grow commonly in cities and forests. It can be easy to mistake an Ash tree for Black Walnut, Maple, Boxelder, Hickory or Dogwood trees. You will need to compare several plant characteristics, including the leaves, branches and seeds, to confidently identify an Ash tree.

Should I plant an ash tree?

Two types of ash do quite well throughout California. If you prefer a smaller tree that grows to about 20 feet, then a California ash should fit the bill. If you prefer a 30- to 50-foot tree with a wide crown to cast shade, then you should choose an Arizona ash.

What can I plant instead of ash trees?

Below is a list of ash replacement trees that will prosper and complement the design of your property.

Oak Trees.
Musclewood Tree.
Kentucky Coffee-Tree.
Red Maple Tree.
Hornbeam Tree.
Ironwood Tree.
Hickory Tree.
Hackberry Tree.

How old is my ash tree?

Ash may live for 350 years, although 200 may be more typical on many sites. Ash are ancient from 225 years onwards, although many have ancient characteristics from around 175 years. Typically a veteran ash is 100-200 years of age and a notable ash may be 75-150 years old.

Should I cut down my Ash tree?

In fact you should not remove or prune any trees until late this fall. There is also no reason to cut down an Ash tree that is not infected. If you have a few specimen Ash trees in your landscape, there are treatments available to keep them.

Do ash trees need lots of water?

Watering. While still young, ashes requires plenty of water. This helps the roots to establish themselves well. You also need to give the tree water in the late fall just before the ground freezes for winter.

Can you replant ash trees?

Ash trees are good trees to add to your yard as a hardwood, long-lasting shade tree. There are four common varieties of ash: black, green, white and blue. All can be transplanted similarly. Dig the hole large enough for the root ball of your ash tree to sit at the same soil line as it had in its previous spot.

What to look for in an ash tree?

Here’s what to look for: Ash trees have buds and branches directly across from each other, compound leaves with 5 to 11 leaflets, and diamond shaped ridges on the bark of mature trees. Determining the variety you have is a process of elimination.

How can I tell if my ash tree is Fraxinus?

Ash trees of the Fraxinus species can be identified easily by looking for a few distinctive characteristics. The most common of which are branching of the leaves and stems opposite each other, and the presence of pinnate compound leaves that usually have around 5 – 11 leaflets. Older ash trees will also usually have a diamond patterned bark.

When do the leaves on an ash tree start to fall?

Ash leaves are amongst the latest leaves to appear in the spring and the last to drop in the autumn. In the autumn, common ash leaves can briefly display a pale golden yellow before dropping from the tree. Ash leaves. Photo: Paul Kirtley Leaf detail showing a couple of leaflet pairs and the terminal leaflet. Photo: Paul Kirtley.

What kind of leaves do Carolina ash trees have?

Ash tree leaves: Carolina ash tree leaves are pinnate compound leaves with seven, shiny green leaflets per leaf. The lanceolate leaflets have serrated margins. Ash tree bark: Carolina ash tree bark is smooth when the tree is immature and gradually develops shallow fissures in square-shaped plates.