green ash tree
The green ash tree is a versatile and resilient choice for New Zealand gardeners seeking a stately shade tree with vibrant foliage and reliable performance. Native to North America but well-suited to local conditions, the green ash tree (Fraxinus pennsylvanica) stands out for its adaptability, making it an excellent addition to public spaces, parks, and private gardens alike. Its lush, compound leaves display a vivid green throughout spring and summer, creating a refreshing canopy, before transitioning to warm yellow tones in autumn. Whether you're looking to enhance your landscape with shade, wind protection, or seasonal colour, the green ash tree offers a combination of beauty and durability few other species can match.
Fraxinus excelsior
Fraxinus excelsior, commonly known as the European Ash or Common Ash, is a large and stately, deciduous tree grown for its rich and colourful foliage. This deciduous tree grows quickly and produces dark green leaves which develop yellow tones in autumn before falling. It grows with a dense and rounded crown to about 25 m tall and 15 m wide. Fraxinus excelsior is commonly used as a specimen in a large garden or park, grown as a shade tree, or included in a mixed planting in a large garden.
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Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmzam'
Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmzam', commonly known as Cimmzam Green Ash, is a hardy and fast growing deciduous tree valued for its symmetrical form and vibrant foliage. Native to North America, this cultivar is particularly noted for its strong central leader and resistance to harsh conditions. Well suited to New Zealand landscapes, it provides excellent shade, seasonal colour, and resilience. Cimmzam Green Ash is a versatile tree ideal for streets, parks, and large gardens.
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