Fraxinus velutina ‘Fan-Tex’

Fan-Tex Ash

OVERVIEW:

The Fan-Tex Ash, Fraxinus velutina ‘Fan-Tex’, is a hybrid of the Arizona ash and it shares many of the same attributes with its parent tree.  The Fan-Tex ash has light-green leaflets; however, these are more elliptical and are much smoother than those of the Arizona ash.  The bark of the Fan-Tex ash is also light grey, becoming darker and furrowed with age.  Compared to the Arizona ash the Fan-Tex is a more compact tree, reaching heights of 30 feet with a spread of 25 feet.  This deciduous tree also has a more rounded/broad shape to its canopy; These features make this variety perfect for smaller settings, such a back yard.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Fraxinus velutina ‘Fan-Tex’

Common Name: Fan-Tex Ash

Family: Fraxinus

Suggested Uses: Shade tree, featured specimen

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 35-40ft

Foliage: darker green, long narrow leaves

Flower: white, puffy balls in the late winter/early spring

Bloom Period: late winter - early spring

Fruit: n/a

Bark: smooth, textured bark

ENVIRONMENT:

Sun: Full sun

Water: Moderate

Soil: well-draining, yet fertile soil (great for flood irrigation)

USDA Zone: 6-9