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Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmzam'

Family Oleaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level
Height 15 - 18 m (50 - 60 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 9 m (25 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The tree Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmzam' (cimmaron green ash) yields bright red blossoms during mid-spring. This plant is rounded in form and has showy, glossy and medium textured foliage that is medium green and deep green in colour. The bark is fissured in texture.
Typical Uses Shade and street planting.
Special Characteristics Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmzam' tolerates wet sites and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Fraxinus pennsylvanica 'Cimmzam' (cimmaron green ash) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.