black ash - fraxinus nigra
Common Name: black ash
Scientific Name: Family: Oleaceae Genus: Fraxinus Species: nigra Hardiness Zone: 2b to 6a Height: 35 to 75 ft Width: 25 ft Description: Minnesota is home to the largest population of black ash in the United States. Black ash can be found in the moist areas naturally but has adapted well to the urban environment. This species of ash is under considerable threat from the Emerald Ash Borer as it is not resistant. It is not recommended to plant any ash trees in Minnesota. |