Fraxinus ornus (Manna ash)
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12m max. spread |
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15m max. height |
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20-50 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Fraxinus ornus
Other names: Manna ash, Flowering ash
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Genus: Fraxinus
Species: F. ornus - F. ornus is a medium-sized deciduous tree with dark leaves turning deep dark-purple and red in autumn and scented, creamy white flowers in late spring.
Fraxinus ornus is: Deciduous
Flower: White, Cream in Summer
Foliage: Dark-green in Summer; Reddish-purple in Autumn
Fruit: Green in Autumn
Tree shape: Round headed
Awards: RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit)
Plant with: Hyacinthoides non-scripta (Bluebell)
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Pests: Generally pest-free
Diseases: Generally disease-free
General care
Propagation methods: Seed, Grafting. REGISTER to read more...
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Fraxinus ornus (Manna ash) will reach a height of 15m and a spread of 12m after 20-50 years.
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Suggested uses: Low Maintenance, Foliage only, Coastal, Woodland
Cultivation: Plant in neutral or alkaline soil in full sun.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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