Texas ash - Fraxinus texensis (Care, Characteristics, Symbolism, Images)

Texas ash

The leaves are 13 to 20 cm long, pinnately compound with usually five rounded leaflets 3 to 8 cm long and 2 to 5 cm broad. The flowers are purple, produced in small clusters in early spring; like all ashes, is dioecious, with male and female flowers on separate trees. The fruit is a samara 1.5 to 3 cm long, with an apical wing.

Scientific classification

Species

Texas ash (Fraxinus texensis)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree

Plant Type

Spring, Late winter

Bloom Time

9 m to 12 m

Plant Height

8 m to 11 m

Spread

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Texas ash

Culture

Symbolism

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Care Guide for Texas ash

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Texas ash prefers conditions mimicking its native environment with moderate moisture, benefiting from watering every 1-2 weeks. It can tolerate short dry spells and, when grown outdoors, relies on natural rainfall, especially during wetter seasons, reducing supplemental irrigation needs.

Fertilize: Texas ash thrives with balanced fertilizers (10-10-10) in spring and high-nitrogen types during early growth, applied every 2-3 months at 1/2 lb per inch of trunk diameter. Reduce application in fall, amend soil with organic matter, and water thoroughly after fertilization.

Pruning: The attractive foliage and robust structure of texas ash benefit from early spring pruning. Remove dead or diseased branches, and thin dense areas to improve air circulation. This timing promotes quick recovery, new growth, balanced form, and reduces fungal risks, enhancing overall aesthetics and plant integrity.

Propagation: Texas ash propagation involves collecting seeds in autumn, cleaning them, and sowing in well-drained soil. Ensure consistent moisture and light for germination, avoiding waterlogging. Once robust seedlings develop, transplant into individual pots and acclimate before outdoor planting.

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