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     Douglas county conservation district

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                                Box 688, 7519 E. Hwy 86, Franktown, CO 80116, 303-688-3042 ext. 100

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Green Ash
Fraxinus pennsylvanica       

Wildlife Value

Most common on prairie, preferring moist areas.  Of moderate importance to wildlife.  The winged seeds (samaras) are eaten by a number of birds and mammals including wild turkey and rodents.  Whitetail and mule deer browse the twigs and foliage.  Biggest benefit is shade.  Native to eastern North America, including watercourses in eastern Colorado.

Growth form irregular to elliptical
Crown density moderate
Size 35 to 70' high
15 - 35' spread
Drought
resistance		 excellent
Cold hardiness excellent
Growth rate rapid
Life span long
Elevation
range		 to 8,000 feet
Soil
conditions		 good alkaline tolerance; grows well on most soils; can be weedy near wetlands
Possible insect
problems		 ash borer, oyster shell scale
Possible disease 
problems		 occasional powdery mildew
Wildlife value fair:  game and songbirds
Seasonal color golden-yellow fall foliage
Miscellany native; does best in sandy, loam soils