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GREEN ASH
(Fraxinus pennsylvanica)

Green ash is a moderately fast growing tree that is long lived and provides yellow fall color. A mature tree can reach a height of 60', is moderately shade tolerant and tolerant of drought. Green ash will grow in a variety of soils but prefers coarse sands and loams. It is a very adaptable tree.

Wildlife Food & Cover:Fair food - seeds, browse, buds. Fair cover-nesting, perching

Flowers: Inconspicuous

Fruit: Winged nutlet

Ecosystem: Maple Basswood Forest, Lowland Hardwood Forest, Floodplain Forest

Other: Very adaptable, grows fast, long lived, yellow fall color

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