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fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii

The fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii, commonly known as Raywood Ash or Claret Ash, is a striking, fast-growing deciduous tree beloved in New Zealand gardens for its elegant form and vibrant autumn colour. Originating from Europe, this fine-leaved ash displays a graceful, rounded canopy with arching branches and finely divided, dark green foliage that turns a spectacular claret-red in autumn. Its resilience and adaptability make fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii a popular choice for home gardens, avenues, or as a statement shade tree in public landscapes.

Fraxinus Raywoodii

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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 Angustifolia Raywoodii for Your Garden?

If you’re seeking a feature tree with year-round appeal, fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii won’t disappoint. Its medium size—maturing at approximately 12 to 15 metres tall—makes it suitable for medium to large sections, rural properties, and parkland settings. During summer, its soft, feathery foliage creates dappled shade, supporting lush lawns and garden beds beneath. In autumn, the leaves shift to deep crimson and purple hues, providing one of the most dramatic seasonal displays of any deciduous tree.

Planting fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii offers environmental benefits too. As a relatively fast-growing, hardy tree, it’s an excellent carbon sink and windbreak. It tolerates a range of soils and, once established, is drought-tolerant—ideal for New Zealand’s variable climate.

Planting and Care Tips

For best results, plant fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii in full sun with well-drained soil. It appreciates regular water during its first few seasons but becomes increasingly resilient as roots establish. Prune sparingly to maintain a strong framework and healthy structure, removing any crossing branches during late winter.

Raywood Ash is generally pest- and disease-resistant. Mulching around the base will help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, giving your young tree the best start. In exposed areas, staking may be useful during the first couple of years.

Landscape Uses and Companion Trees

The elegant shape and striking colour of fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii make it perfect as a specimen tree, in group plantings, or to line driveways and avenues. Its versatility lets it blend beautifully with other deciduous and evergreen trees.

Consider pairing with Fraxinus ornus for late spring flowers, or the compact Fraxinus Purple Spire for smaller spaces. For year-round greenery, Fraxinus griffithii (Evergreen Ash) makes an excellent companion. Other notable options include the golden-foliaged Fraxinus excelsior aurea or the uniquely columnar Fraxinus Green Glow. For added textural interest, try Salix Tortuosa Aurea or accent your garden’s palette with Robinia Frisia.

Is Fraxinus Angustifolia Raywoodii Right for You?

Whether you’re establishing a new landscape or adding a bold autumn highlight, fraxinus angustifolia raywoodii delivers beauty, shade, and lasting value to New Zealand gardens. Explore our full range of feature trees, from Pyrus 'Aristocrat' and Acmena smithii minor to Metrosideros 'Parnell', and discover the tree that fits your vision.


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