Austin Watershed Protection

Ash, Texas

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Botanical Name
Fraxinus texensis
Plant Type
Trees (Large)
Plant Height Min
40ft
Plant Height Max
50ft
Light
Sun
Seasonal Interest From
Fall
Plant Color
Yellow
Plant Spread Min
40ft
Plant Spread Max
50ft
Water Needs
Very Low
Seasonal Interest To
Fall
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Zilker Only
N/A
Comments

Fast-growing; native; only Ash appropriate for Austin area; provides good drainage; relatively long life; provides nesting and cover; birds eat flowers and fruit; susceptible to emerald ash borer; prune to shape or raise canopy if needed