Synonym Names: Fraxinus velutina glabra 'Modesto'
Family: Oleaceae
Location:
This attractive deciduous tree reaches 50' tall and 40' wide. It is long lived, from 50 to 150 years old! Over time, this tree develops a tall canopy, umbrella shaped. Leaves are light green, compound, and glossy, turning gold in fall. Flowers are inconspicuous. Bark is light gray and fissured. This tree prefers full to part sun. It is drought tolerant once it's established although it can withstand flooding. It does best with well draining, acidic soil. Fruit causes litter. Pruning is important to develop strong branches and trunk, especially in the first 15 years. This tree is smog and ocean tolerant. Some folks are allergic to the pollen. Roots may damage sidewalks.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Width Range
40-60'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
Grey
Fruit Color
Green
Fruit Season
Summer
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
Allergenic, Invasive, Messy
USDA Zones
9, 10, 11
Sunset Zones
9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Susceptibilities
n/a
Tolerances
Smog, Deer
Design Styles
Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Wetlands
Accenting Features
Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Background, Park
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Information by: PlantMaster
Photography by: Normans/GardenSoft
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