Fraxinus ‘Fan West’

Fan-West Ash

OVERVIEW:

The Fan West Ash, Fraxinus pennsylvanica lanceolata ‘Fan West’ is a hybrid of the Arizona Ash and green ash. It has olive-green glabrous leaves that, like the other hybrids, turn a bright yellow in the fall and winter months. Lollipop like in growth; this ash is less cold tolerant than the other deciduous hybrids, hardy to only 20°F.

CLASSIFICATION:

Scientific Name: Fraxinus pennsylvanica lanceolata ‘Fan West’

Common Name: Fan West Ash

Family: Fraxinus

Suggested Uses: Shade tree, featured specimen

CHARACTERISTICS:

Height: 25-30ft

Foliage: green, medium-length oval 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