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If you’re searching for claret ash trees for sale in New Zealand, you’ll love the elegance and resilience of Fraxinus Raywoodii. This stunning deciduous tree, often simply known as Claret Ash, is renowned for its rich burgundy autumn foliage and graceful, upright form. Ideal for avenues, parks, and large gardens, Claret Ash brings four seasons of visual interest and shade to your landscape—making it a favourite for those wanting a more stunning alternative to common ash varieties. Whether you want to add vibrant colour, create an avenue, or establish a grand specimen tree, Claret Ash is a trusted choice known for its drought tolerance and easy maintenance.

Fraxinus Raywoodii

Fraxinus Raywoodii, Claret Ash, Fraxinus oxycarpa Raywoodii, Red Ash, Fraxinus angustifolia Raywoodii, Fraxinus angustifolia Raywood, Claret Ash Fraxinus Raywood, Claret Ash Leaf

Fraxinus Raywoodii, commonly known as Claret Ash or Red Ash, is an impressive variety that features great form and brilliant autumn colours. The leaves emerge a fresh green in spring, darken during summer, then develop impressive shades of purple, red, and orange in autumn before falling. This Claret Ash grows with an open and rounded canopy to about 12 m tall and 7 m wide. Fraxinus Raywoodii makes for a lovely specimen and provides great shade. It is also commonly used in avenue plantings.

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  • Suited to regions:
    All regions
  • Plant type:
    Trees
  • Height:
    12.00 m
  • Spread:
    7.00 m
  • Tolerances:
    Coastal, Hardy
  • Garden uses:
    Avenues, Parks, Ponds, Specimen
  • Garden styles:
    Alpine, Architectural, Coastal, Japanese, Modern
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Why Choose Fraxinus Raywoodii (Claret Ash)

Claret Ash (Fraxinus Raywoodii) stands out for its exceptional autumn display. As the seasons turn, its finely divided leaves transform from a bright green to deep claret red and purple, creating a spectacular focal point in your garden or along driveways. Aside from its ornamental value, Claret Ash is easy to grow in well-drained soils, and it adapts well to a range of garden conditions throughout New Zealand. This tree is both fast-growing and reliable, providing ample shade and visual structure, and can reach a height of 15 to 20 metres at maturity.

Uses for Claret Ash in the New Zealand Garden

Fraxinus Raywoodii is perfect for anyone wanting to introduce dramatic autumn colour or a stately shade tree to their property. It suits a variety of settings, whether planted as a single specimen, in groups, or lining an avenue for a grand entrance. The tree not only delivers beautiful summer foliage and vibrant autumn colour, but also tolerates periods of dryness and urban conditions, making it well-suited to a variety of garden designs and low-maintenance landscapes.

Pairing Claret Ash with Other Trees

If you’re designing a larger planting scheme, consider combining Claret Ash with related species such as Fraxinus ornus (Flowering Ash) for early spring flowers, or Fraxinus Purple Spire if you like upright form and intense autumn colour. For complementary textures and seasonal interest, Fraxinus excelsior aurea offers a striking yellow winter stem, while Fraxinus Green Glow delivers lush green foliage. Expand your collection further by pairing with deciduous feature trees like Sorbus aria Lutescens or evergreens such as Fraxinus griffithii (Evergreen Ash) for year-round structure.

Recommended Companions

To enhance your garden's appeal, plant Claret Ash alongside flowering trees like Magnolia Fairy White, Michelia Snow Dove, or the striking Lagerstroemia 'Kimono' for a stunning seasonal display. Native options like Hedycarya arborea can add extra biodiversity and interest.

Find Claret Ash Trees for Sale

We offer healthy, well-established claret ash trees for sale, ready to bring shade, beauty, and autumn drama to your outdoor environment. Browse our collection and pair your Claret Ash with other standout specimens like Fraxinus ornus or Sorbus aria Lutescens to create a truly memorable landscape. Need planting or care advice? Our friendly team is always on hand to help you achieve the garden of your dreams.


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