Ash, Prairie Spire Green

Fraxinus pennsylvanica ‘Rugby’

Size (HxW): 40’ x 20’

Growth Habit: Uniform, Oval

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2b

Glossy, deep green foliage turns gold-yellow in fall

A seedless variety of ash

Great for privacy rows, shelterbelts & shade trees

Low maintenance & easy care

Medium Growth Rate: 12-14”/year

Native to the prairies

Non-Invasive tap root

Life expectancy: 100-150 years

Row spacing: minimum 15’ apart

Shelterbelt spacing: mainimum 8-10’ apart

Shelterbelt compatibility: Japanese Elm, Hackberry & Manitoba Maple

Root Spacing: plant at least 15-20’ from foundations

This ash is susceptible to Emerald ash borer. The borer does not have the invasive concern expected. Thus far our cold climate has greatly limited it to the area in which it was found in St. Boniface

Plant Care:

• Prune as needed in early spring or late fall • Tolerates heavy clay & sandy soils • Wide range of drought & moisture tolerance once established

Description

Size (HxW): 40’ x 20’

Growth Habit: Uniform, Oval

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2b

Glossy, deep green foliage turns gold-yellow in fall
A seedless variety of ash
Great for privacy rows, shelterbelts & shade trees
Low maintenance & easy care
Medium Growth Rate: 12-14”/year
Native to the prairies
Non-Invasive tap root
Life expectancy: 100-150 years
Row spacing: minimum 15’ apart
Shelterbelt spacing: mainimum 8-10’ apart
Shelterbelt compatibility: Japanese Elm, Hackberry & Manitoba Maple
Root Spacing: plant at least 15-20’ from foundations
This ash is susceptible to Emerald ash borer. The borer does not have the invasive concern expected. Thus far our cold climate has greatly limited it to the area in which it was found in St. Boniface