Black Ash, Swamp Ash, Hoop Ash - Restoration Sites Only
Fraxinus nigra
Description
Fraxinus nigra, or black ash, is not recommended for planting due to its high susceptibility to the emerald ash borer, which has devastated ash populations. Black ash is native to eastern North America, specifically from western Newfoundland to southeastern Manitoba and south to Iowa, Illinois, and northern Virginia. It prefers moist, swampy conditions that have poor drainage.
Planting Site and Native Range
Planting Site
Tree Characteristics
Growth Rate
Slow (less than 30cm per year)
Width
8 - 13m
Height
12 - 15m
Soil Quantity
21 - 30 m3
Leaves
Deciduous
Insects and Diseases
Insects and Diseases
Not recommended due to the Emerald Ash Borer.
Tree Tolerances
Soil Salt Tolerance
Unknown
Salt Spray Tolerance
Unknown
Flooding Tolerance
High
Drought Tolerance
Moderate
pH Tolerance
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Shade Tolerance
Full Sun
Plant Hardiness Zone
Zone 2 (a/b) | Zone 3 (a/b) | Zone 4 (a/b) | Zone 5 (a/b) | Zone 6 (a/b)
Management Notes
Management Notes
None of significance
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